On the night of June 29th, a shocking drama unfolded on the island of Korčula that stunned all of Croatia! A 39-year-old Filipina citizen, legally residing in Croatia, gave birth alone and left her newborn baby in a basket at the entrance of a building in Lumbarda. Yes, you read that right – the baby was literally abandoned at the entrance, like a forgotten or discarded object!
The police responded immediately after the report, and the baby was airlifted by helicopter to KBC Split for urgent medical care. The mother was identified and arrested, facing criminal charges for child abandonment. After being hospitalized in a Dubrovnik hospital, she was released and handed over to the custody supervisor.
This case has sparked a flood of questions and comments – how could someone make such a decision? Did the system fail? Did the mother have any support? And what is happening to the baby now?
While the police conduct their investigation, the public is divided between sympathy and condemnation. Some see this as a tragedy that calls for understanding and help, while others cannot comprehend how anyone could leave a newborn in such a way.
This story is a stark reminder of how important it is for society to support women in difficult situations and not turn away from problems that can affect us all. So, what do you think about this shocking event? Is this just the tip of the iceberg of problems faced by mothers in distress? Drop a comment, let your voice be heard!
