Feb 25 โ€ข 02:32 UTC ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Cloth stuffed in the mouth, body burned... mother killed her two-month-old son

A young mother in Hyderabad allegedly killed her two-month-old son during an episode of distress caused by his incessant crying.

A shocking incident occurred in Hyderabad, where a 21-year-old woman is accused of killing her two-month-old son due to his constant crying, which allegedly drove her to a state of mental distress. The child's father discovered the horrifying scene when he returned home from work around 11 AM, finding his wife attempting to burn their child. Tragically, by the time he arrived, the child had already succumbed to the injuries inflicted by his mother.

According to police reports, investigators found evidence that suggested the mother had stuffed a cloth in the child's mouth and that there were burn marks on the infant's body. Initial inquiries indicate that the act stemmed from the mother's inability to cope with the ongoing disturbance caused by the child's crying. However, law enforcement officials are committed to thoroughly exploring all aspects of the case before drawing any conclusions.

The police have registered a case and are conducting interrogations to gain deeper insights into the true motive behind this tragic incident. As the investigation unfolds, authorities are also analyzing mental health considerations, which might have played a role in the motherโ€™s actions. The case reflects broader societal issues related to parental stress and mental health, emphasizing the need for support systems for at-risk families.

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