Authorities in the Moscow region are investigating an incident where the founder of a psychology university allegedly struck a child in a stroller. The incident, captured on video and shared on social media, has sparked public outrage and prompted law enforcement to take action.

The video, which circulated among residents of a residential complex in Krasnogorsk, Moscow region, shows a woman hitting a child in the face multiple times after throwing him into a stroller. The woman has been identified as the mother of the child, Anna (name changed), who is also the founder of a prominent psychology university.

According to the child’s father, the incident occurred because the two-year-old son ran away from his mother and nearly got hit by a car. He claims his wife acted out of fear and stress, stating that she “threw him into a soft chair so that he could come to his senses” and that “there was no beating.”

The husband further clarified that his son was not injured and described the situation as an emergency. He explained that his wife had initially tried to stop their son verbally but had to chase after him. He suggested that the actions taken were an attempt to “sober the child up” in a moment of panic.

Law enforcement officials have confirmed that they have launched an investigation into the incident. While no formal reports or statements were initially filed, police have identified the child’s mother and are currently searching for her. The Moscow Region Prosecutor’s Office has also initiated its own investigation and will determine appropriate prosecutorial measures based on the findings.

This is not the first time the university founder has been involved in controversy. Last year, she was reportedly involved in a dispute at a Moscow hotel, during which she allegedly attacked an employee.