A tragic incident occurred in Paris when an 18-year-old teenager from the United States reportedly threw her newborn baby out of a hotel window. The young woman was on a school trip as part of a group traveling through Europe when the heartbreaking event took place on Monday morning, according to French authorities.
The newborn was found outside a second-floor hotel window and was immediately rushed to the hospital. Sadly, doctors were unable to save the child, and the baby was pronounced dead. Officials believe the teenager may have been experiencing “pregnancy denial,” a psychological condition where a woman remains unaware of her pregnancy until the moment of labor.
Teenager Was Traveling With a Group
According to investigators, the young woman was traveling through Europe with other young adults. The group was part of an educational program called EF Gap Year, which is based in Massachusetts and organizes international travel experiences for students.
After giving birth unexpectedly, the teenager was taken to a hospital for medical care. Authorities have placed her in custody while she remains under medical supervision. The case is being treated as a homicide of a minor under 15 years old, and the child protection police unit in Paris is leading the investigation.
Organization Responds to the Incident
A spokesperson for EF Gap Year, Adam Bickelman, released a statement expressing deep sadness over the tragedy.
“We are deeply shocked and saddened by this tragic event, and our thoughts are with everyone affected during this difficult time,” he said.
The organization confirmed they are cooperating fully with the local authorities in Paris. They have also provided counseling and emotional support to the other group members and the families involved.
Understanding Pregnancy Denial
Investigators are considering pregnancy denial as a possible explanation for the incident. This rare condition occurs when a woman does not recognize or accept that she is pregnant, sometimes until labor begins. Experts say that women experiencing pregnancy denial may not show typical pregnancy symptoms and may mentally block the reality of their condition.
Authorities in Paris continue their investigation, and further details about the case are expected in the coming days.
