By Admin. Updated 5:55 p.m., Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).
The disturbing audio extracted from the video is included at the end of this article.
Police say they have launched an investigation into a video in which an infant was being suffocated.
The video was widely shared on social media today, (January 23), especially on WhatsApp.
In a press release, the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) said:
“Investigators at the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) have opened an investigation into a very disturbing video that is being circulated on social media. The video shows a minor (female) being physically abused and suffocated by someone who sounded like an adult female.”
The RSVGPF said it wishes to inform the general public that the child was removed from the home by social services and placed into foster care where she will receive the necessary treatment and care that is needed. Meanwhile, the police are in the process of apprehending the suspect.
“Anyone with information that can assist this investigation is asked to call 999/911 or contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 1-784-457-1211 ext. 483, any police officer you are comfortable speaking with, or the Police Station nearest to you. All information received would be treated confidentially,” Police said.
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