A devastating event has left the community in shock after a man reportedly strangled a child to death shortly after DNA test.
As per initial reports, the accused had been raising the child for several years, believing himself to be the biological father.
Sources indicate that he opted to conduct a DNA test after becoming suspicious regarding the child’s paternity.
When the results allegedly revealed that he was not the biological father, the man opted to kill the baby.
Witnesses reported that the suspect returned home in a state of distress and confronted the child’s mother.
Neighbors claimed the situation escalated into violence and the man then assaulted the innocent child, resulting in the child’s death.
Law enforcement condemned the murder, stating that no disagreement or emotional distress can warrant the harm of a child.
Officers confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody and is anticipated to face murder charges once the investigations are concluded.