LONDON — A man who allegedly poured scalding hot liquid on a 9-month-old baby boy in Australia has sparked an international manhunt, police said.
The ordeal began on Aug. 27 when a 9-month-old baby boy was with his family at Hanlon Park, located in the Stones Corner area of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, when “a man not known to the group approached them and poured a hot liquid onto the child, before leaving the scene,” according to a statement from the Queensland Police.
“Emergency crews were called, and the young boy was taken to hospital with serious burns,” authorities said as they described the boy’s injuries. “He has since been released from hospital.”
The attack led to police conducting “extensive investigations” and police released CCTV of the man running from the incident location shortly afterwards, describing him as “around 30 to 40-years-old, of a proportionate build, with tanned skin. He was wearing a black hat, glasses, a shirt and shorts.”
A man who allegedly poured scalding hot liquid on a 9-month-old baby boy in Australia has sparked an international manhunt, police said.
Queensland Police
Detectives confirmed on Monday that the Morningside Child Protection Investigation Unit were able to identify the man believed to be involved who they only described as a “33-year-old foreign national.”
“The man has since left the county and Queensland Police are working with national and international partner agencies to progress this investigation further,” Queensland Police said.
Anyone who recognizes the man, or who has any information that can assist investigations, is urged to contact the Queensland Police.
There is no further information available, and investigations are continuing.
An international manhunt is currently underway for a man accused of pouring scalding hot liquid on a baby boy, causing severe burns and injuries. The horrific incident took place in a small town in Eastern Europe, where the suspect was reportedly babysitting the infant while the parents were at work.
According to authorities, the man allegedly became enraged when the baby boy started crying and would not stop. In a fit of anger, he grabbed a pot of boiling water from the stove and poured it over the defenseless child, causing excruciating pain and serious injuries.
The baby boy was rushed to the hospital where he is currently fighting for his life. Doctors have stated that he has suffered severe burns to his face, chest, and arms, and will require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation.
The incident has sparked outrage and shock in the local community, with many calling for justice to be served swiftly and harshly. The suspect, whose identity has not been released to the public, is believed to have fled the country shortly after the attack.
Law enforcement agencies from multiple countries are now working together to track down the suspect and bring him to justice. Interpol has issued a red notice for his arrest, alerting authorities worldwide to be on the lookout for the dangerous individual.
The case has also raised questions about the safety and security of children in the care of others, highlighting the importance of thorough background checks and proper vetting of caregivers. It serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of children and the need for vigilance in protecting them from harm.
As the search for the suspect continues, authorities are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward and assist in bringing him to justice. The baby boy’s family is also pleading for help in finding the perpetrator and ensuring that he faces the full consequences of his heinous actions.
In the meantime, the community has come together to support the baby boy and his family, rallying around them with prayers, well-wishes, and donations for his medical expenses. The incident has left a deep scar on the town, but it has also shown the strength and resilience of its residents in standing up against such senseless acts of violence.
As the international manhunt intensifies, there is hope that the suspect will be apprehended soon and held accountable for his despicable crime. The baby boy deserves justice, and his abuser must be brought to face the consequences of his actions.
