Stepmother Allegedly Pours Boiling Water on 11-Year-Old Girl
An 11-year-old girl in Kokoyah District, Bong County, has suffered severe burns after her stepmother allegedly poured boiling water on her as punishment, sparking outrage and calls for justice and stronger child protection measures in Liberia.
Daniel Theo Cole
Kokoyah, Bong County: A disturbing case of child abuse has emerged from Kokoyah District, where a stepmother is accused of pouring boiling hot water on an 11-year-old girl, leaving her with severe burns.
According to initial reports, the woman allegedly boiled a full kettle of water and deliberately poured it between the child’s legs. The suspect reportedly claimed the act was punishment for what she described as “misbehavior.”
The incident has sparked outrage among residents and raised serious concerns about child protection across the country.
The victim is said to be in critical condition and in urgent need of medical care.
Authorities are expected to launch a full investigation, as many are calling for swift justice in the matter.
This tragic incident highlights the growing need for stronger action against child abuse and better protection systems for vulnerable children.
More details to follow as the story develops.
