World · India Bureau
Newborn Girl Found Dead in Hospital Ward; Murder Suspected
A one-day-old infant was found dead at a district hospital in Madhya Pradesh, with postmortem findings suggesting foul play. Authorities have launched an investigation into the death that occurred in the hospital's Special Newborn Care Unit.
LSN India ·
A newborn girl admitted to the Special Newborn Care Unit (SNCU) at Ashokenagar District Hospital died under suspicious circumstances, officials said Tuesday. The child, less than 24 hours old at the time of death, was found unresponsive in the ward.
According to the postmortem examination, deep marks were visible around the infant's neck and blood was found in her mouth, indicating possible asphyxiation. Hospital authorities immediately reported the case to local police after the findings came to light.
The discovery has raised serious questions about security protocols and monitoring within the SNCU ward. Investigators are examining CCTV footage and interviewing hospital staff and family members present during the relevant time period.
This incident comes amid ongoing concerns about patient safety and security measures in healthcare facilities across the state. Hospital administration has assured full cooperation with law enforcement officials investigating the matter.