A young mother is facing up to 10 years in jail after her nine-month-old son starved to death while she allegedly partied with friends.

Viktoria Kuznetsova, from northern Russia, allegedly locked her son Egor in the home after waiting for her husband to leave for military service.

The 17-year-old then allegedly partied for a week with friends while staying in student accommodation, the Mirror reported.

View photos Viktoria Kuznetsova allegedly locked her son Egor in the home after waiting for her husband to leave. Photo: VK.com More

After not seeing the couple for a period of time, neighbours reportedly raised the alarm.

Egor's body was found inside the home by police.

Kuznetsova allegedly told friends the baby boy was staying with his aunt, Russian news agencies reported.

The young mother was arrested and faces 10 years behind bars if convicted.

View photos Egor's body was found inside the home by police. Photo: VK.com More

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