In a shocking incident in Patiala, a mother has been arrested for the alleged murder of her two-year-old son. The tragic event unfolded when the child went missing from his home in the Khalsa College Colony area on Wednesday evening.
Discovery of the Body
The toddler's body was later found in a nearby drain, leading to the arrest of the mother. The police have registered a case under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for murder. The accused mother, identified as 28-year-old Rupinder Kaur, was taken into custody for questioning and subsequently arrested.
Investigation Details
According to the police, the initial investigation suggests that the mother may have killed her son in a fit of rage. However, the exact motive behind the crime is still under investigation. The child's father, who works as a daily wager, was not at home at the time of the incident.
- The police were alerted by neighbors who heard the mother's cries for help after the child went missing.
- A search operation was launched, and the body was recovered from a drain about 200 meters from the house.
Community Reaction
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents expressing horror and disbelief. The family had moved to Patiala from a nearby village only a few months ago. The child was the couple's only son.
The police have sent the body for post-mortem examination to ascertain the exact cause of death. Further investigations are underway, and more details are expected to emerge as the case progresses.
