Mother of dead baby remanded for further psychiatric evaluation

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Updated: 12/17/2013 14:50 | By Channel NewsAsia

Mother of dead baby remanded for further psychiatric evaluation

SINGAPORE: The mother of a 17-month-old baby found floating in the sea near Bedok Jetty last month will be remanded at Changi Women's Prison for another week for psychiatric evaluation.

In November, 44-year-old Lim Ann Nee was charged with the murder of her son, Emilien Lacroix.

The crime was allegedly committed between 3pm and 6pm on November 25 in the sea off the East Coast Park.

During the short hearing on Tuesday, about 30 family members -- including Lim's husband -- were present.

If convicted of murder, Lim faces the death penalty. - CNA/al

 

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Updated: 01/07/2014 13:41 | By Channel NewsAsia

Mother who allegedly killed her baby to be remanded further

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SINGAPORE: The mother of a 17-month-old baby found floating at sea near Bedok Jetty in November last year will be remanded further for psychiatric assessment.

This follows the prosecution's request on Tuesday.

In November, 44-year-old Lim Ann Nee was charged with the murder of her son, Emilien Lacroix.

The crime was allegedly committed between 3pm and 6pm on November 25 in the sea off the East Coast Park.

Defence lawyer Anand Nalachandran also told the Court on Tuesday that he had not received any information on the treatment provided to his client since her remand.

Mr Nalachandran said he will follow up on this matter accordingly.

After the case was heard, Lim, who wore dark-rimmed glasses and had a ponytail, was seen speaking to her lawyer.

About 30 supporters, including Lim's husband, were present at Tuesday's short hearing.

If convicted of murder, Lim faces the death penalty.

- CNA/fa