British woman accused of murdering autistic son

An east London woman is due to appear in court charged with murdering her 12-year-old autistic son by pouring bleach down his throat.

An east London woman is due to appear in court today charged with murdering her 12-year-old autistic son by pouring bleach down his throat.

The 44-year-old, who has not been named, was arrested after the youngster was found with fatal injuries at the family home in Barking on Tuesday evening.