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Hooghly Teen Allegedly Throws Newborn From Window
8 Nov
Summary
- A 16-year-old gave birth alone in a nursing home washroom.
- The newborn girl was allegedly thrown from the washroom window.
- The family claims they were unaware of the teen's pregnancy.
In a harrowing incident on Saturday in West Bengal's Hooghly district, a 16-year-old girl reportedly gave birth unattended in a nursing home's washroom. She was allegedly brought to the facility by her family late Friday night, who believed she was experiencing severe abdominal pain.
Nursing home authorities claim the minor delivered a baby girl and subsequently threw the newborn out of the washroom window. The infant was discovered deceased by a passerby, who alerted staff. The teenager's family has stated they were unaware of her pregnancy.
Police have launched an investigation into the unfortunate event, with plans to examine CCTV footage and interview relatives. A post-mortem examination of the deceased newborn is anticipated. Locals have also come forward with allegations of prior similar incidents at the same nursing home.
