Parent Sentenced Life Term for Murdering Infant Son in Medical Facility
One parent who fatally assaulted his 14-day-old infant child on a newborn ward has been jailed to life imprisonment with a base term of two decades.
Severe Injuries Endured
The jury was told the infant suffered catastrophic wounds, including a broken skull, broken neck, fractured mandible and fractured limbs.
Healthcare professionals portrayed the harm as "similar to a fall from a tall structure".
Legal Proceedings
The accused had disputed hurting the child but was judged responsible of murder by the jury.
"The defendant were responsible for his care and protection. There was an severe neglect of obligation in that case," stated the justice.
Family Effect
The newborn's mother was exonerated of a lesser charge of causing the death of a baby.
In an personal testimony, the family member portrayed the child as "absolutely perfect" and expressed profound sorrow.
- The family will never witness his initial attempt
- We will miss his initial steps
- He never even have a moment to give his first expression
Investigation and Aftermath
Police described the investigation as one of the "highly distressing" they had ever dealt with.
A spokesperson for the medical facility stated a child safety review into the incident would be published subsequently.
Caution: The report includes particulars that certain may deem distressing.
