A woman who allegedly threw boiling water on a 1o-year-old boy on Montreal’s south shore is expected to be formerly charged Friday afternoon.
Quebec’s Crown prosecutor office confirmed the accused is facing a charge of aggravated assault in connection with the reported attack from last week.
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The boy was injured after scalding hot water was thrown on him from a neighbour’s balcony in Longueuil, Que., on Oct. 2. He was taken to hospital where he was treated for second-degree burns to his face and upper body.
A woman was questioned and arrested the same day, but Longueuil police said she was released on a promise to appear in court and with some conditions to abide by. Her court date was initially set for late January 2025.
The Crown prosecutor’s office confirmed the alleged suspect is expected to appear in court Friday afternoon.
More to come.