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Police officers at Tulagi in Central Island Province have arrested and charged a 38-year-old mother on 29 December 2022 following the discovery of a dead infant found washed ashore at Boromole village on 21 December 2022.
Provincial Police Commander for Central Province Superintendent David Soakai said officers from the Tulagi Criminal Investigation Department have identified the suspect.
βThe suspect has been charged with infanticide Contrary to Section 206 of the Penal Code (cap 26) and is now remanded at the Rove Correctional Service of Solomon Islands. She will reappear in the Honiara Central Magistrateβs Court for her first mention on 14 January 2023,β Superintendent Soakai said.
βMy condolences for the death of this innocent child. May her soul rest in peace.β
βAs investigation into this matter continues, I want to remind women and girls that taking your childβs life is an act of inhumanity. This is a serious crime and you will face the full force of justice for your actions,β Mr Soakai said.
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Police Media