Police investigate pregnancy of 12-year-old girl

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A doctor at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Center has reported to the police that a 12-year-old showed up at the healthcare facility pregnant

The Criminal Investigations Department is investigating the matter

The police questioned the underaged girl while her mother was present, as required by law

The perpetrator could spend life in prison

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