In a shocking incident unfolding in the serene province of Ratchaburi, the tide of domestic tranquility was abruptly disrupted by an alarming episode involving a 19-year-old woman and her infant daughter. The narrative, reminiscent of a disturbing domestic drama, was shared partially by Esor News on April 17th, revealing the heart-wrenching abuse of a 10-month-old baby girl by her mother using an electric wire. The incident, sparked by what appears to be a commonplace disagreement over household chores, has left the community in a state of disbelief.
The terse description accompanying the video read ominously, “This woman strangled her child after her boyfriend refused to help her clean baby bottles. Ratchaburi province.” However, to avoid unsettling viewers and ensure compliance with community guidelines, only a fragment of the video was shared. Within the alarming clip, the young mother is heard muttering through clenched teeth, “You put pressure on me. You force me to do this,” while the child’s piercing cries echoed in the background, capturing a moment of palpable despair and helplessness.
The scenario unfurled further with Esor News updating its followers in the comment section about the intervention of Be One, a non-profit organisation fervently stepping in to shield the infant from further harm. The distressing episode reportedly found itself captured on camera by the woman’s boyfriend—who had no blood ties with the child—propelling the incident into the public gaze through Channel 3. The backdrop to this trauma began unraveling, unraveling layers of a complex personal relationship that had somehow veered into dangerous terrain.
The couple’s origins lay in the virtual realms of an online game, which initially brought them together. The boyfriend, a 22-year-old man burdened with past marital commitments and a child of his own, had opened his home to the woman who was already three months pregnant at that time. Their domestic life, however, unfolded under clouds of tension, often exacerbated by arguments over mundane matters like dishwashing, as noted on April 6, the day horror unfolded.
This boiling pot of domestic disputes finally spilled over the edge when the woman claimed that her boyfriend threatened to evict her and her daughter. Under the weight of what she claimed to be emotional abuse, she defended her drastic action by echoing the haunting words, “This is my daughter. Only I can hurt her. You don’t have the right to hurt my daughter.” The man, on the other hand, had accused her of smartphone addiction and neglectful behavior, painting a complicated picture of dysfunction and desperation.
The incident shook the foundations of their relationship, culminating in its abrupt end that very day. In a twist, the boyfriend, perhaps driven by regret or revenge, opted to upload the shocking video using her Facebook account, arguably to highlight her behavior but also to coax her into returning. The quixotic nature of their interactions prompted Be One’s founder, Chalida Palamart, to get involved, successfully reaching out to the woman for her side of the story within the police precincts of Ban Pong.
Amidst tears and regrets, the young mother confessed her actions contrite, seeking solace and forgiveness from her family, specifically entrusting her daughter temporarily to her father’s care. While expressing her genuine love for her child, she also voiced intent to pursue legal action against her ex-boyfriend for the unauthorized release of the video, potentially contravening the Computer Crime Act.
As of yet, no formal charges have been laid against any party involved. However, the incident has galvanized law enforcement and social services, including the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, to collaborate on deciding an apt course of action. Additionally, crucial interventions by the Department of Mental Health aim to provide the mother with necessary psychological support, underscoring the profound emotional scars of the ordeal.
This story is truly heart-wrenching. I can’t believe a mother would do something like this to her child!
I know it’s shocking, but we can’t ignore the possible mental health issues and stress she was facing.
You’re right, mental health support is so important. But does that justify what happened? The child could have been severely harmed.
Exactly, Mark. We don’t know the full story. The boyfriend might have contributed to her stress too.
Why aren’t there more serious consequences for the boyfriend? He recorded and uploaded the video!
Good point. It seems like a messed-up situation overall. Both should face consequences.
Agreed, but exposing the incident did bring attention to the child’s situation. It’s complicated.
True, Emma. But he could have done it in a more responsible way without harming their privacy.
Absolutely terrible behavior from both. She needs help, and he should be charged for distribution.
I think it’s all about education and support. Young parents need guidance, and both parties should be held accountable.
Yes, much of this seems to stem from lack of support and understanding. They both clearly need professional help.
Honestly, not surprised. These kinds of toxic relationships are more common than people think.
It’s scary how many young couples go through these cycles of abuse and don’t know how to break free.
I can’t help but feel for the baby. She deserves so much better.
That’s the real tragedy here. The child is an innocent victim caught in a mess she didn’t create.
Exactly, Harry. I hope she gets the safe and loving environment she needs now.
Let’s not shift all the blame to the mother. There must be more to her outburst that we don’t know.
It’s important to consider how social services can improve their response to such incidents. Prevention is key.
The mom’s regret now is a step in the right direction, but supervision is definitely required.
Regret is good but she needs ongoing support and monitoring to ensure it doesn’t happen again.
Elaine, totally agree. Supervision and a clear plan on how they’re moving forward is crucial.
Such situations highlight the need for stricter laws on child abuse and better support systems.
This is why comprehensive sex education and parenting classes are essential. They should be mandatory in schools.