NYC Woman Faces Charges After Miscarriage: What You Need to Know
A 20-year-old woman in New York City may face criminal charges after she suffered a miscarriage in a Manhattan restaurant bathroom.
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The incident occurred on September 30, when the fetus, approximately 22 to 23 weeks gestation, was left behind in the toilet, clogging it.
Authorities are considering charges of “concealment of a human corpse,” a felony, as it was found that the fetus may have taken one or two breaths before passing away.
The NYPD is consulting with the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office to determine the next steps.
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