A seven-month-old infant was hospitalized in Patras, Greece, with serious injuries prompting medical professionals to suspect abuse. Police have arrested the baby’s mother on charges of endangering a minor. Authorities initiated the arrest after inconsistencies arose in the mother’s explanations regarding the infant’s injuries. The nature of the injuries has not been publicly disclosed, but doctors believe they are consistent with maltreatment. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine the full extent of the situation and the cause of the baby’s trauma. The mother is currently in custody and is expected to be questioned further regarding the events leading to the infant’s hospitalization.
