Mother of newborn arrested for suspected murder
Morung Express News
Wokha | September 24
In a shocking incident at Panacea Hospital in Wokha, a mother has been accused of killing her newborn in a washroom on September 22. The incident reportedly took place at around 8 PM. Reports indicated that the woman requested access to the facilities, where she allegedly committed the crime. The infant's body was discovered shortly thereafter by a hospital cleaner.
The incident has ignited widespread outrage, particularly on social media. Local police have confirmed that an investigation is underway, with an official statement expected upon completion.
The Lotha Eloe Hoho has condemned the act, calling for swift justice and urging authorities to take immediate action.
“The deliberate and senseless murder of an innocent child is an affront to humanity,” the LEH said in a condemnation note while asserting that “no act of inhumanity, regardless of the circumstances, will be tolerated in our society.”
