Crime

Seven-year sentence for mother over death of baby

The court in The Hague sentenced 34-year-old Faristha S. to seven years in prison over the death of her 10-month-old son. It found that she had caused him serious brain damage through violent force at a home in Voorschoten on 14 April 2023; he died in hospital several weeks later.

The reports differ on whether the conviction was for manslaughter or murder. S. denies the allegation.

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Nine-year prison sentence sought in Voorschoten infant death

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Prosecutors sought a nine-year prison sentence for 34-year-old Faristha S. on a manslaughter charge over the death of her 10-month-old son. They alleged that she shook the child on 14 April 2023, causing severe brain injuries. The child died in hospital on 9 May 2023. Faristha S. says she has been falsely accused.