In a devastating turn of events, a 33-year-old woman of Indian origin, identified as Jaskirat Kaur, also known as Jasmine Kang, has been charged with the murder of her 10-year-old daughter, Shay Kang, in Rowley Regis, West Midlands, England. The heart-wrenching discovery occurred when Shay was found lifeless in their home, prompting a community in shock and grief.
#CHARGED | Detectives investigating the murder of 10-year-old Shay Kang in #RowleyRegis have charged a woman with her murder.
Shay was found with injuries at an address in Robin Close on Monday. Sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Jaskirat Kaur, or Jasmine Kang, now faces charges relating to the tragic death of her young daughter Shay Kang. The incident unfolded in Rowley Regis, a town nestled in the West Midlands region of England. On Monday, authorities responded to a distressing scene at the family’s residence, leading to Kaur’s subsequent arrest.
Appearing before Wolverhampton Magistrates Court, Kaur encountered legal proceedings amid ongoing investigations spearheaded by the West Midlands Police. The circumstances surrounding Shay’s untimely demise have left the community reeling, as the young girl was found with apparent injuries at their home and pronounced dead at the scene.
While authorities await the results of a scheduled post-mortem examination to elucidate the cause of Shay’s death, they have clarified that there are no outstanding suspects sought in connection with the case. The loss of Shay, described as a vibrant and joyful child by Brickhouse Primary School, where she was a student, has profoundly impacted the local community.
In the wake of this tragedy, locals have expressed their condolences by laying floral tributes, cards, and balloons near the family’s residence. Furthermore, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to alleviate the financial burden of Shay’s funeral expenses, with donations exceeding £3,800. The initiative seeks to honor Shay’s memory and provide her with a dignified farewell, reflecting the deep sense of loss felt by all who knew her.
