National police authorities intervened after a couple was found to have treated their newborn son poorly. The infant, only two months old, was hospitalized a few weeks earlier with multiple fractures. Medical staff warned that the injuries could indicate abuse, including signs consistent with a severe concussion. A court agreed to restore custody under strict conditions while investigations remained ongoing.
The case came to light in late January when the defendants brought their 18-week-old infant to a hospital. The child had suffered significant injuries with fractures in several areas of the body. The doctors noted that the different stages of healing suggested the injuries occurred over multiple days rather than a single event.
tremor syndrome
Given the concern for mistreatment, hospital staff activated the appropriate protection protocol and immediately notified the duty court and the National Police. Medical professionals conducted a series of tests on the baby and found injuries compatible with abuse. They also considered the possibility of a medical condition known as tremor syndrome but determined this was not the cause of the injuries.
All medical reports released by the police pointed to abuse as the source of the injuries sustained by the newborn. Following these findings, the court reassessed the custody situation and the Family and Women’s Unit of the police, known as UfAm, assumed lead responsibility for the ongoing investigation.
After gathering multiple pieces of evidence, the two parents were detained and referred to the courthouse on charges related to harm inflicted within the family environment. The case continues as authorities pursue a comprehensive review of all circumstances surrounding the infant’s injuries and the family dynamics involved.