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12-Year-Old Girl Found Nearly 8 Months Pregnant in Coahuila
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12-Year-Old Girl Found Nearly 8 Months Pregnant in Coahuila

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Health authorities in Coahuila, Mexico, confirmed a 12-year-old girl is nearly eight months pregnant.
  • The girl sought medical attention for stomach pain at a hospital in Múzquiz.
  • Investigations are underway to determine the circumstances of the pregnancy, with another 12-year-old boy reportedly being the father.

Coahuila's Ministry of Health has confirmed the case of a 12-year-old girl who is nearly eight months pregnant. The minor was detected with 34 weeks of gestation when she went to the General Hospital of Múzquiz complaining of stomach pain.

Hospital authorities immediately notified the Coahuila prosecutor's office and the Protection Agency for Children and Families (Pronnif). These agencies will conduct the necessary proceedings to ensure the minor's protection and investigate the circumstances surrounding her pregnancy.

The girl reportedly lives with her mother, and they sought medical help due to the girl's discomfort. During the medical examination, the advanced pregnancy was discovered. According to initial reports, another 12-year-old boy is the alleged father of the baby.

Given that both individuals involved are minors, authorities have not released further details. They are continuing to monitor the girl's medical condition and are advancing the investigation to determine responsibilities.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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