Teen faces homicide charges for throwing newborn in Paris

An American teenager is facing serious allegations after reportedly throwing her newborn out of a hotel window in Paris. The 18-year-old was on a gap year trip when the incident happened on February 24. The baby was found wrapped in a cloth, with its umbilical cord still attached, and was later placed in a trash can nearby. French authorities are investigating the case as a homicide. The woman has not been publicly named and was taken to the hospital for surgery before being held in police custody. Legal experts say her fate may depend on her mental state at the time of the incident. One important factor is whether she was aware of her pregnancy. Some lawyers mentioned that "denial of pregnancy," a psychological condition, could play a role in her defense. If the woman did not know she was pregnant, it might affect how she is treated under the law. The investigation will assess her mental health, gather witness accounts, and perform an autopsy on the infant. If charged and convicted, she could face severe penalties, including up to life in prison. However, there are ways she could be released during the investigation. The woman could spend up to three years in pre-trial detention, but she might be allowed to leave under certain conditions. If convicted, she could potentially serve her sentence in the U.S. due to extradition agreements between the two countries. It remains unclear if she has an attorney to represent her in this case.