‘Poisoner’ China woman accused of tainting drink of pregnant colleague to avert extra work maternity leave would bring is probed by police
- Expectant mother notices drink tastes odd, sets up camera on desk
- Captures colleague pouring powder-like substance into water, calls police
A worker at a government affiliated institution who allegedly poisoned her pregnant colleague to prevent her from taking maternity leave, has sparked outrage on mainland social media.
The incident became public via a video circulating online, which captured the employee from the central Hubei province apparently attempting to add a substance to her co-worker’s drink, according to Cover News.
Her employer, the Hydrology and Water Resources Investigation Bureau in Enshi Tujia and Miao autonomous prefecture, Hubei province, is a public institution affiliated with the government.
Such institutions are known for their highly selective recruitment process which requires rigorous exams and interviews, and are often referred to as “iron rice bowls” for their job security and stability.
In the video, a woman wearing a black vest is seen approaching her colleague’s desk, opening a small bottle and pouring a powder-like substance into the drink on the desk before leaving quickly.