Toddler's Brutal Death: Burns, Bruises, Torn Anus; Parents Blame Each Other
A one-year-old child's death has raised serious questions after doctors discovered severe injuries, including burns, bruises, and a torn anus. The child's mother and stepfather are now under investigation.
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The child, Nong Kai, aged 1 year and 5 months, died.
Doctors discovered severe injuries including bruises, cigarette burns, a torn anus, and signs of electrocution.
The child's mother, Jeab, and her partner, Sam, disappeared.
A friend, Pratthana, reported alleged abuse, including holding the child underwater.
The child's grandfather, Poo Jit, expressed suspicion towards Sam and recalled a previous warning to his daughter.
Investigators visited the parents' home and found evidence of packing.
The mother and stepfather were arrested and interrogated separately.
The mother initially admitted Sam used an electric fishing rod to shock the child.
The stepfather denied the abuse, claiming the rod was for resuscitation and later accused the mother of ordering him to harm the child.
A neighbor, Sorapong, recounted being asked by Sam to take the child to the hospital, describing the child as unresponsive.
The neighbor's account contradicted Sam's earlier claims.
Authorities are continuing their investigation.