Attendant Violently Assaults Toddler in Hyderabad, Sparks Outrage
In a chilling incident that has horrified parents and educators alike, a four-year-old girl enrolled in nursery at a private school in Hyderabad suffered a brutal beating at the hands of a female support staff member, authorities confirmed Sunday.
The attack unfolded Saturday afternoon in the Shapur Nagar area of Jeedimetla, as detailed in a police complaint filed by the victim’s family. The child was escorted to the restroom by the accused, identified as Lakshmi, when the violence erupted. Witnesses and footage describe Lakshmi repeatedly striking the toddler, shoving her forcefully to the ground, slamming her head against the floor, and even attempting to strangle her before stomping on her small frame.
The disturbing episode played out after regular school hours, according to Jeedimetla police. The girl’s mother, employed as a bus conductor at the same institution, had just finished shuttling students back to campus and left her daughter briefly on the premises. Unbeknownst to her, the child lingered inside, becoming the target of what investigators describe as a targeted outburst.
Tensions between the two women reportedly simmered for some time, police Inspector revealed. Lakshmi, fearing displacement by the younger mother in her role, allegedly unleashed her frustrations on the innocent preschooler. The entire assault was inadvertently recorded by a neighboring surveillance camera, with the graphic video quickly spreading across social media platforms and prompting swift public condemnation.
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Acting on the parents’ urgent report, officers registered a criminal case and apprehended Lakshmi without delay. “This seems to stem from personal animosity rather than a pattern of behavior,” the inspector noted, adding that no additional complaints of similar misconduct have surfaced from other families at the school.
Authorities have launched a thorough probe to uncover any overlooked details, underscoring the imperative for heightened vigilance in child welfare settings. The case serves as a stark reminder of vulnerabilities within educational environments, where trusted staff hold immense sway over young lives.