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Two-year-old boy was allegedly tortured in his own home and was at risk of dying in Medellín
A heinous case shakes Medellín and highlights the violence that can occur within the family environment.
TL;DR
- A two-year-old boy in Medellín was allegedly subjected to systematic physical abuse by his mother and stepfather.
- The alleged abuse occurred between March 27 and April 2.
- Medical evaluations found multiple injuries on the child, with doctors stating he was at risk of death without timely care.
- The mother and stepfather could not provide a clear explanation for the injuries.
- Both have been charged with aggravated torture.
- They have pleaded not guilty and have been ordered to pre-trial detention in a correctional facility.