A story almost too shocking to believe has gone viral after reports that a toddler placed his baby sister in an oven, leading to tragedy β and making him one of the youngest people ever held in custody.
According to investigators, the boy was just a toddler when the incident happened. Officials say he turned on the oven while his sister was inside, and by the time adults discovered what had happened, it was too late.
In a case that has horrified communities everywhere, the toddler was taken into state custody, sparking a global debate: can someone so young truly understand what theyβve done?
Courtroom footage shows the child appearing confused and unaware of the gravity of the situation, while the victimβs family broke down in tears. The judge called it βthe most heartbreaking case Iβve ever seen.β
Online, reactions have exploded. Some argue the boy is far too young to be punished like an adult, while others insist accountability must exist, no matter the age.
π What do you think β should a toddler ever be treated as a prisoner, or is this a failure of the system and guardianship?
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