The Kerala toddler, who was beaten to death by his mother's live-in partner, suffered 91 injuries, the post-mortem report has found.
The detailed post-mortem report has found that the child died from severe injuries to the chest and head. Doctors recorded 91 injuries on the child's body, including seven fractured ribs, internal injuries, and swelling and bleeding inside the skull.
The post-mortem report also notes burn injuries on the child's genitals and the sole of his right foot, allegedly inflicted using a cigarette lighter. Police believe the injuries indicate repeated torture.
Ashkar would routinely beat up the child and stuff cloth into his mouth to muffle his screams.
On May 29, when the child cried loudly, Ashkar struck him on the head. After confirming the child was dead, he cleaned the house and destroyed evidence before taking the toddler to the hospital. Ashkar told the hospital staff that the child had choked on food and fallen unconscious.
The investigators are also probing allegations that Ashkar had brutally assaulted his first wife, Amina, leaving her physically disabled.
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