40s Mother Who Attempted Extreme Act with Elementary School Twin Children Claims "Mental Incapacity"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Choyoung] A woman in her 40s, who attempted an extreme act and tried to kill her elementary school-aged twin children, admitted all charges at her first trial but claimed she was in a state of diminished mental capacity at the time of the crime.

The 15th Criminal Division of the Incheon District Court (Presiding Judge Lee Gyuhun) held the first hearing for A (40), who was arrested and indicted on charges of attempted murder.

A’s lawyer stated, "We acknowledge the facts of the prosecution’s charges," and added, "However, since the defendant was in a state of diminished mental capacity at the time of the incident, we ask for consideration in sentencing." He also mentioned, "Both (twin children) have been discharged and are believed to have recovered to a normal state."

A was arrested and indicted on charges of attempting an extreme act and trying to kill her elementary school-aged twin children at an apartment in Songdo International City, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, around 6:45 a.m. on October 30 last year.

When the police found them, A and the twin children, B (8) and C (8), were unconscious and were transported to the hospital by the 119 emergency medical team.

It was investigated that around May to June last year, A was receiving treatment and taking medication for depression and insomnia, and after marital conflicts with her husband intensified, she developed deep resentment and decided to attempt the extreme act.

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