Twenty-six-year-old Sarah Elizabeth Shivpersaud, who suffocated her seven-year-old daughter and attempted to murder her young son at their Fyrish, Corentyne, Region Six (East Berbice–Corentyne) home on Sunday, was discharged from the Port Mourant Hospital after she attempted to take her own life.
However, as the investigation continues into the gruesome act, the woman, after her discharge, was taken back to the scene by detectives, who are now preparing their file to be sent to the Chambers of the Director of Prosecutions (DPP) for advice on the way forward. In the meantime, she will remain in custody.
Nevertheless, according to reports received, the woman claimed that she could not remember what took place on the fateful day. She is presently being psychologically evaluated.
Despite her claims, Police sources indicate that statements continue to be collected and key details verified as the probe advances.
Shivpersaud is accused of killing her daughter, Isabella Dabadial, and also attempted to strangle her son, Ethan. The incident reportedly took place at about 11:30h.
It was reported that the woman had been experiencing emotional distress after her husband left the home several days prior and refused to return. She is also said to have told investigators that she had nothing to eat on the morning of the incident and became overwhelmed.
Prior to committing the act, she reportedly posted a photo of her and the two children, seeking forgiveness for what she was about to do.
After committing the act, Shivpersaud attempted to take her own life by cutting the veins behind her ankles. She was admitted to the Port Mourant Hospital until her discharge on Thursday.
Meanwhile, little Isabella Dabadial was confirmed dead after she and her brother were rushed to the same hospital. Her younger sibling survived the ordeal.
An autopsy performed on the body of Isabella proved that she died from manual strangulation.
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