Doubts spark over deaths of mother and newborn

21 December 2023 08:54 pm Views - 2135

Nittambuwa, Dec 21 (Daily Mirror) -  Concerns have emerged surrounding the demise of a 22-year-old mother and her newly born child at the Watupitiwala Base Hospital in Nittambuwa.

According to sources, the mother passed away shortly after undergoing a cesarean operation for her first delivery on the 18th. Further, it has been disclosed that the infant did not survive until delivery.

Relatives of the deceased mother and child harbour suspicions regarding the circumstances leading to their deaths. Prompted by their concerns, a formal complaint has been lodged with the police.

In response to the family's reservations, the hospital authorities have been pressed to conduct a post-mortem examination.

Meanwhile, a senior officer at the Wathupitiwala Base Hospital acknowledged the doubts surrounding the deaths and informed that, upon police intervention and court approval, a post-mortem examination will be carried out at the hospital.