A newborn girl was allegedly killed by her father after he slammed her onto the floor during a dispute with his wife at their home in Ahmedpur East, according to police and Rescue 1122.
Officials said the suspect, identified as Muhammad Fayyaz, a labourer, had strained relations with his wife. The couple reportedly became involved in an argument and exchanged harsh words before the incident.
During the altercation, Fayyaz allegedly picked up his newborn daughter and threw her forcefully onto the floor, causing a fatal head injury.
The infant died at the scene, while the suspect allegedly fled following the incident.
Police from City Police Station Ahmedpur East shifted the child’s body to THQ Hospital Ahmedpur East for a post-mortem examination.
At the time of the report, a murder case had yet to be registered, while further investigation into the incident was underway.