A 19-year-old woman allegedly gave birth in a toilet inside a Foxconn facility near Devanahalli and killed her newborn within minutes, fearing social stigma as an unmarried mother. The baby’s body reportedly went undiscovered overnight until a shocking discovery prompted police action and a preliminary investigation into what led to the crime.
Foxconn says it is closely cooperating with local authorities after a 19-year-old worker allegedly gave birth in a toilet at its Devanahalli unit and killed her newborn. Another employee reportedly discovered the infant’s body, triggering a police investigation. The company said employee well-being is a priority and that it is offering support as the case unfolds.
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