Feb 24 • 13:19 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Iltalehti

Father suspected of attempting to murder his baby, 32, has died

A 32-year-old father, suspected of attempting to murder his baby and assaulting his partner, has died in prison shortly after being remanded.

A 32-year-old man from Oulu, Finland, who was suspected of attempting to murder his two-week-old baby and assaulting his partner, has tragically passed away in prison. He died in Oulu prison on Tuesday, February 24, shortly after being transferred there following an initial court hearing that took place on Monday. The police in Oulu reported receiving news of his death in the morning, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding it.

The man was taken into custody on serious charges, including the alleged attempted murder of his infant son, during which he reportedly threw the baby on a concrete floor in the building's stairwell, as well as domestic violence against his partner. Authorities stated that there is currently no suspicion of foul play regarding the man's death, which allows the investigation into the attempted murder and assault to continue without interruption. At this stage, police have not provided additional information about the investigation or the condition of the baby and partner involved.

Notably, it has been reported that the suspect had no prior criminal history. This case has shocked the local community, prompting discussions about domestic violence and the safety of children. The ongoing investigations by police aim to uncover the events that led to these serious allegations, while the community copes with the implications of this disturbing incident.

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