Infant deaths in Serbian cities

Two separate incidents involving the deaths of infants have been reported in Serbia.

In Novi Sad, a 33-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of the heavy murder of her 18-month-old daughter. Autopsy results indicated the child died from traumatic shock and adrenal gland failure caused by severe blows. Investigators suspect the child was struck with a belt and a blunt wooden object. The father was also detained on suspicion of failing to provide assistance to the child. The suspect allegedly claimed her older daughter was responsible for the abuse.

In Novi Pazar, a mother, Emina Serhatlić Rebronja, has alleged medical negligence following the death of her newborn at the General Hospital. Rebronja claims that medical staff denied her request for a cesarean section despite difficult labor and concerns regarding amniotic fluid. The infant was reportedly born without signs of life. The hospital has announced an investigation into the circumstances, while doctors previously stated they had to choose between the lives of the mother and the child.