A 22-year-old man was arrested in Padua by the police on charges of mistreatment and aggravated injuries against his 5-month-old baby. The child was hospitalized in the pediatrics department of the hospital when the incident occurred. According to the Police Headquarters, investigations revealed that during visits to the department, the father took advantage of the temporary absence of doctors and nurses to inflict violence on his child. These acts caused serious injuries to the child, further worsening his health condition. The situation was discovered thanks to careful monitoring and reports from hospital staff, who noticed suspicious signs on the newborn’s body. The officers intervened promptly, arresting the father on the spot and starting further investigations to understand the extent of the violence suffered by the child. The police stressed the importance of reporting by health workers in similar cases, since abuse often occurs in contexts where children are vulnerable and cannot defend themselves. The child is now under the care of specialists and his condition is improving. The case has raised a strong debate on the attention to be paid to cases of child abuse, highlighting the need for constant vigilance in hospital and social settings to protect minors from risky situations. The authorities are working to ensure that the child receives all the support necessary for both physical and psychological recovery, while the young father now finds himself having to face the legal consequences of his actions. Investigations are continuing to ascertain whether there have been other incidents of abuse and to shed light on any additional responsibilities. This tragic case highlights the importance of raising awareness of domestic violence and children’s rights, underlining how timely intervention is essential to protect the most vulnerable in society.