A tragic incident unfolded as a newborn baby lost its life allegedly after being thrown from a window by the child’s five-year-old sibling, as per Russian authorities. The distressing event took place when the two young children were unsupervised at home while their mother was away working, leaving the infant discovered lifeless on the ground below a fourth-floor window after a passerby heard a girl’s screams. Witnesses expressed shock and described feeling weak at the sorrowful scene. Emergency responders confirmed the infant’s death, aged 21 days, after the fall from a residential building in the village of Vasilyevo, Russia.
The Russian Investigative Committee has initiated a criminal case regarding the infant’s death and is conducting an investigation into the matter. The mother may potentially face criminal charges as authorities look into whether the five-year-old’s actions stemmed from jealousy towards the new baby. Additionally, the circumstances of why the children were left unattended are under scrutiny, as reported by the Mirror US.
Officials have stated that they are exploring various scenarios, including the negligence of the parents for leaving the children alone. Mikhail Afanasyev, the District head of Zelenodolsk, emphasized the ongoing investigation by law enforcement and extended condolences to the bereaved family while urging all parents to prioritize vigilance and avoid leaving children unattended.
