# South Korean child abuse and death prosecution > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-child-abuse-and-death-prosecution > Updated: 2026-09-29T06:20:09.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. In Daejeon, South Korea, prosecutors have requested severe sentences for a couple in their 30s accused of the habitual abuse and death of their two-year-old daughter. During a final hearing, the prosecution sought a life sentence for the father and 15 years in prison for the mother, alongside mandatory child abuse treatment and employment bans from child-related institutions. Investigations revealed the child, who was born prematurely, suffered repeated physical violence starting around October 2024. An autopsy identified skull and rib fractures and signs of malnutrition. Evidence indicated that on the day before her death, the couple fed the child spicy sauce and gave her soju in a medicine bottle, which medical experts believe may have worsened her respiratory difficulties. The father cited stress as a driver for his actions, while the mother claimed the spicy sauce was meant to stimulate the child’s appetite. Defense attorneys noted the couple faced extreme economic and physical hardships while raising four children without support. A verdict is expected on November 22. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-29: Prosecutors seek life sentence for couple in child abuse death South Korean prosecutors have sought a life sentence for a father and 15 years for a mother accused of the habitual abuse and death of their two-year-old daughter in Daejeon. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prosecutors-seek-life-sentence-for-couple-in-child-abuse-death ### 2026-09-16: South Korean couple on trial for neglect following infant's death A South Korean couple is on trial for the death of their six-month-old son, accused of neglecting the infant 140 times. The defendants deny intent to kill despite evidence of severe malnutrition. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korean-couple-on-trial-for-neglect-following-infants-death --- Cite as: South Korean child abuse and death prosecution. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-child-abuse-and-death-prosecution