Woman Arrested for Killing Newborn by Placing in Boiling Water
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A 27-year-old woman, Radha, has been arrested in Nelamangala near Bengaluru for allegedly killing her newborn baby by placing the infant in a vessel of boiling water. According to the police, Radha was battling postpartum depression and believed the child was “not normal” due to its premature birth and inconsolable crying.
The Incident
The tragedy unfolded on Monday at Radha’s parents’ house in Vishweshwarapura, where she had been staying alone. Her husband, reportedly unemployed and struggling with alcoholism, had stopped visiting her. The police say Radha lit a stove, brought water to a boil, and then placed the infant into it, resulting in the baby’s death from burns.
Mental Health Concerns
Police believe Radha’s mental health condition may have played a significant role in the act. This incident highlights the importance of addressing postpartum depression and providing support to new mothers.
Similar Incident
This is not the first such incident in Bengaluru. In May, a 43-year-old coffee planter, P. Police arrested Appanna for abandoning his two-week-old daughter in an auto-rickshaw at the Kengeri Satellite Bus Stand. A local resident discovered the baby girl, born with a cleft lip, and took her to the hospital. Appanna’s motive behind the abandonment is still under investigation.
Authorities’ Response
The police are investigating both cases, and the authorities are working to provide support to the affected families. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for mental health support and resources, especially for new mothers and families in distress.
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