Press Release from the Meriden Police:
On Tuesday, January 3, 2011, the Meriden Police Department will conduct the Twenty-
fourth Memorial Service in remembrance of “ David Paul”, the newborn infant who was
abandoned and died from exposure on January 2, 1988 in South Meriden.
A brief grave-side service will commence at 10 a.m. at Walnut Grove Cemetery. The
ecumenical service will be coordinated by Pastor Alden C. Barnes.
Members of the Meriden Police Department have unofficially adopted this 7.5 pound,
blue eyed, baby boy who died from exposure, and are committed to keeping his memory
alive. The name of the child was chosen by the local clergy. In the scriptures, David
means “God’s Beloved” and Paul means “Little Man.” On January 3rd, as in past years,
we will remember and honor “God’s Beloved Little Man.”
We are again inviting all area child caring facilities, child advocates, service providers,
educators, city officials and the general public to join us in reaffirming our commitment
to all those children who have been abused and neglected. Although this is but a brief
ceremony, it symbolizes so much more.
Anyone needing additional information concerning the service may contact the Chief’s
Office at (203) 630-6303 or anyone having information concerning the case may contact
Detective Sergeant Robert Nesci at the Meriden Police Department Youth Division, (203)
630-6234. In case of inclement weather, the Memorial Service will be held on January
4, 2012.
Meriden Police Department
Chief’s Office
12/14/2011
Twenty-fourth Anniversary Memorial Service – January 3, 2012
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