MODESTO, California – A 34-year-old woman in California has been taken into custody and charged with the alleged murder of her 5-year-old daughter in a shocking incident that has left a community in disbelief.
Mina Nazari is facing a litany of serious charges, including one count of murder with a dangerous weapon and one count of child abuse resulting in death, following the tragic slaying of her daughter, Sana Akram. Court documents have revealed that prosecutors believe the killing was willful, unlawful, and premeditated.
The horrifying incident unfolded on Saturday when Modesto Police Department officers responded to an emergency call about a potential assault at the Crown Ridge Apartments in the 3900 block of Scenic Drive. Upon arriving at the scene, first responders discovered the lifeless body of Sana Akram.
Even more chilling is the revelation that Nazari also allegedly attempted to also kill her son, leading to additional charges of attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon, and permitting a child to suffer under circumstances likely to cause great bodily harm.
The motive behind this tragic act remains undisclosed as of now, leaving the community searching for answers. According to a report by Sacramento CBS affiliate KOVR, the victim’s father, Fahim Akram, made the horrifying discovery of his daughter’s fatal stab wounds and promptly called 911.
Mina Nazari, originally from Iran and a refugee to the United States, had reportedly been grappling with depression and mental illness, as revealed by a family friend.
A GoFundMe page initiated by a family friend is currently accepting donations to cover the victim’s funeral and memorial services. Nazari is now in custody, held without bond, and is scheduled to appear in Stanislaus Superior Court for a bond hearing on October 24.
This harrowing incident serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health support and intervention, especially within communities where stigma may prevent individuals from seeking help when needed.