US man charged with the murder of pregnant wife, son

ayodele johnson

May 18, 2016 10:20 AM

A C-Section was performed on the deceased to save her unborn son, but the baby died soon as it was removed out of the womb.

Lyuba Savenok

This happened in their home at Eden Prairie, Minnesota, from where the deceased was rushed to the hospital, where a C-Section was performed on her to save her unborn child, Us Magazine reports.

However, the operation did not save the life of her son, who died shortly as he was removed from the womb.

Lyuba's family expressed their grief in a statement which expressed a feeling of anger and disappointment.

Her brother, Aleksandr Katane, gave the statement which reads, "It's hard for us to once again hear the details of Lyuba's senseless murder. Her family, friends and loved ones feel deep sadness, loss and anger. "

"It has been especially difficult to learn that her son survived for a small time after the doctors tried to save him. Lyuba was going to name him Ellis,"

"We are assured knowing that we live in a country where justice will be served and we are grateful that the children are both safe and cared for by Lyuba's parents,"

"As the report states my sister Alisa, 14, escaped the house as Lyuba was murdered so we are relieved to know that she is also safe. "

"Currently the entire family is focused on celebrating Lyuba's life at her funeral and also caring for her two remaining children."

The statement acknowledged that the deceased had a difficult marriage with her husband, Yevgeniy.

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Their focus is clearly on how to celebrate the life of Lyuba, who left behind two children.

"Lyuba was in a very difficult marriage and no stone will be left unturned as we look for answers. However at this time let's focus on celebrating her life, passions and coming together to set her children up for success."

Yevgeniy is currently being held in jail, where he is awaiting trial for the murder of his wife. He is expected to face a life sentencing in prison if found guilty.

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