One-Year-Old Boy Dies After Being Abused by Babysitter in Quang Ngai

Despite intensive care for nearly three weeks, the young child who suffered brain injuries due to babysitter abuse has died, sparking outrage across Vietnam.

On the evening of August 5, Da Nang General Hospital confirmed the death of L.A.K., a 1-year-old boy from Cam Thanh Ward, Quang Ngai Province, who had been in critical condition following a violent assault by a babysitter.

According to hospital staff, the boy’s vital signs began fading around 5:00 p.m., and despite all efforts by medical personnel, he passed away. His family was informed and assisted in taking the child home for funeral arrangements.

Timeline of the Incident

On July 16, the victim’s mother brought him to an unlicensed daycare facility named Nhu Y, run by Nguyen Thi Quyen, 40, in Cam Thanh Ward. Just hours later, the mother received an emergency call informing her that her child was in critical condition and needed immediate hospitalization.

An investigation later revealed that Quyen violently threw the child twice after becoming irritated with his crying. The second time, the boy’s head struck the edge of a mattress and hit the floor hard, causing him to vomit, convulse, and turn pale. Quyen then attempted basic first aid before rushing him to a local hospital and informing the family.

Cháu L.A.K khi còn nằm thở máy tại bệnh viện

Due to the severity of his condition, the child was transferred to Da Nang Hospital, where he remained in intensive care until his death.

Attempted Cover-Up and Legal Action

Initially, Quyen lied to the family, claiming the boy had accidentally fallen while eating. When asked for CCTV footage, she repeatedly refused, raising suspicion.

Authorities later determined that the child had suffered a traumatic brain injury with a 47% rate of bodily harm. On August 1, police officially charged and detained Nguyen Thi Quyen for intentionally causing injury.

It was also confirmed by local authorities that the Nhu Y daycare center was operating illegally, without any government approval or licensing.

Ongoing Investigation

The case is being handled by the Quang Ngai Provincial Police Department, with further charges potentially pending in light of the child’s death.