Indian-Origin Woman Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter in Daughter's Death

Team Finance Saathi

    31/Aug/2024

Key Points:

Jaskirat Kaur, also known as Jasmine Kang, pleaded guilty to manslaughter for the death of her daughter, Shay Kang, at Wolverhampton Crown Court.

Shay was found with chest wounds at a West Midlands home on March 4, 2024.

Kaur's sentencing is scheduled for October 25, with the court awaiting further reports.

Shay's death led to tributes from her school community and a fundraising effort for her funeral.

In a tragic case from West Midlands, Jaskirat Kaur, a 33-year-old Indian-origin woman known as Jasmine Kang, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter due to diminished responsibility for the death of her 10-year-old daughter, Shay Kang. The plea was made at Wolverhampton Crown Court on Friday, where Kaur admitted to the charges related to the fatal stabbing that occurred nearly six months ago.

Details of the Incident

Shay Kang was discovered with severe chest wounds at her home in Robin Close, Rowley Regis, on March 4, 2024. According to the BBC, Kaur has denied the charge of murder but admitted to manslaughter, which was accepted by the court. Kaur’s sentencing is slated for October 25, 2024, and she is required to cooperate with the preparation of further reports as part of the legal proceedings. During a recent court appearance, Kaur appeared via video link, wearing a grey jumper, and attentively listened to the proceedings.

Tributes and Community Response

Shay Kang’s death was deeply mourned by her community. The Black Country Coroner's Court determined that Shay’s death resulted from stabbing injuries. Tributes from her school, Brickhouse Primary School, described Shay as a “bright, happy, fun-loving child who was well liked by all.” The school has been actively supporting its students and staff following this devastating news.

In response to Shay's death, the school organized a fundraiser, raising £8,875 for her funeral, which is scheduled for September 5. Any surplus funds will be used for permanent tributes to Shay on the school’s estate.

Personal Tributes

Shay's godmother, Kayleigh Coclough, expressed profound grief, describing Shay as her "whole world." Coclough, who was present at Shay’s birth, recalled her as a "lovely child - so happy and bubbly."

Conclusion

The case of Jaskirat Kaur has not only highlighted the tragic loss of a young life but also sparked an outpouring of support and tribute from the community. As Kaur awaits sentencing, the impact of Shay's death continues to resonate through the heartfelt responses and fundraising efforts by those who knew and loved her.

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