St. Petersburg woman who tried to kill her son with vinegar may have mental problems

Close 41-year-old Valentina, who is accused of trying to kill a 12-year-old son in St. Petersburg, suggest that problems at work could negatively affect her mental state. This is reported by the telegram channel SHOT.

According to the channel, recently the woman complained about serious difficulties in the professional sphere. She worked in the exhibition hall and led the organization. Relatives believe persistent stress may have affected her mental health.

The son of a woman after poisoning with 70% vinegar remains in serious condition. The baby was put into an artificial coma.

The incident occurred on October 8 near Duderhof Lake. According to investigators, the woman forcibly poured vinegar into the boy’s mouth, doused his face and tried to drown in the lake. The child was able to get out of the water on his own.

The woman was arrested on charges of attempted murder of a minor. She admitted her guilt in part.

Earlier it was reported that the 12-year-old victim may have autism, the mother has repeatedly complained in social networks about the strangeness in his behavior.