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us-news5 days ago•388 min saved

Ex-Kentucky athlete pleads guilty to manslaughter in infant's death

A former University of Kentucky student-athlete, Laken Snelling, pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter in the death of her newborn son, whose body was found wrapped in a towel inside a trash bag in a closet. The Kentucky Medical Examiner ruled the baby was born alive and died by asphyxia of undetermined means. Snelling admitted she deprived the baby of oxygen, hid the evidence, and lied to roommates; sentencing is set for Oct. 16, with up to 10 years for the manslaughter charge.

via NBC News|

#concealing-birth #hiding-evidence #infant-death

world-news11 days ago•23 min saved

Scottish mother jailed for six years after hairdryer death of infant

A Scottish mother, Courtney Gartshore, was sentenced to six years in prison after being found guilty of culpable homicide for fatally burning her three‑month‑old daughter, Dahlia‑Rose, with a hairdryer; prosecutors noted she was alone with the child, had been drinking, and she was allowed to travel overseas on bail, sparking criticism of the justice system.

via New York Post|

#bail #culpable-homicide #hairdryer

nation-and-world23 days ago•30 min saved

Florida father indicted for murder after leaf-blower incident on infant

A Florida man, James Westervelt, 38, of Ocala, has been indicted for first‑degree murder in the death of his 6‑month‑old son from blunt‑force trauma after authorities say he bounced the child; Westervelt was already in custody for allegedly using a leaf blower on the infant at about 2 months old, reportedly telling investigators he did it because it was "funny." He is due back in court in September.

via WKRC|

#first-degree-murder #infant-death #leaf-blower

crime3 months ago•1 min saved

Parents charged in homicide of one-day-old baby at Reading Hospital

Two Pennsylvania parents, Kevin Canaan and Yeniffer Tavarez-Cepeda, are charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, and endangering the welfare of a child after allegedly abusing their one-day-old baby in a Tower Health Reading Hospital maternity room; the infant died after being transported to Penn State Hershey Medical Center, with autopsy findings indicating injuries consistent with abuse and ruling the death a homicide.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#crime #homicide #hospital-abuse

health10 months ago•4 min saved

First Death in Alberta Measles Outbreak Affects Premature Baby

Alberta reports its first measles death since March, a premature baby born after the mother contracted measles during pregnancy, highlighting the ongoing outbreak with 1,914 cases and emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent such tragedies.

via CBC|

#alberta #health #infant-death

health11 months ago•4 min saved

Mississippi Infant Becomes First Pertussis Death in 13 Years

A baby in Mississippi has died from whooping cough, marking the state's first death from pertussis in 13 years, amid a rise in cases and concerns over declining adult vaccination rates that may be putting infants at risk.

via Mississippi Free Press|

#health #infant-death #mississippi

local11 months ago•1 min saved

UK Athlete Laken Snelling Pleads Not Guilty in Infant's Death

The cause of death for an infant found in a Lexington home remains inconclusive after autopsy; the infant's mother, Laken Snelling, faces charges related to concealing the birth, tampering with evidence, and abuse of a corpse, while investigations continue.

via WKYT|

#autopsy #child-abuse #infant-death

crime11 months ago•1 min saved

UK cheerleader and student linked to infant's death in closet

A University of Kentucky cheerleader, Laken Snelling, was released on bond after being arrested for the death of an infant found in a closet, with charges including abuse of a corpse and tampering with evidence; the infant's cause of death is still under investigation.

via NewsNation|

#arrest #cheerleader #crime

crime11 months ago•1 min saved

UK cheerleader charged in infant's death and concealment

A University of Kentucky athlete, Laken Ashlee Snelling, was charged after police found her dead infant hidden in a closet, leading to allegations of corpse abuse and evidence tampering, with the infant's cause of death pending autopsy results.

via The Guardian|

#child-concealment #crime #felony-charges

crime11 months ago•1 min saved

UK Cheerleader and Student Arrested in Infant Death Cases

A University of Kentucky cheerleader, Laken Snelling, was arrested for allegedly hiding her dead infant in a closet, wrapped in a towel inside a trash bag, and is expected to face charges related to concealing the birth, tampering with evidence, and abuse of a corpse. The cause of the infant's death is under investigation.

via NBC News|

#cheerleader #concealment #crime

health11 months ago•2 min saved

Unvaccinated Pregnant Women and Falling Rates Lead to Baby's Death from Whooping Cough

A baby under one year old in the UK has died from whooping cough, linked to the mother not being vaccinated during pregnancy. This marks the first death from the disease in the UK this year, amid declining vaccination rates among children and pregnant women, which increases vulnerability to severe illness and death from pertussis. Health officials emphasize the importance of maternal vaccination to protect newborns, especially as vaccination rates remain below optimal levels.

via The Independent|

#health #infant-death #public-health

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Seattle Researchers Achieve Breakthrough in SIDS Understanding

Seattle researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding SIDS by identifying genetic variants associated with the syndrome, offering hope for future screening and prevention. The research was inspired by the tragic death of Aaron Kahan, and it links genetic mutations to increased risk, potentially transforming SIDS into a diagnosable disorder.

via KOMO|

#aaron-kahan #genetics #health

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Idaho Teen Arrested for Newborn's Death in Safe Haven Baby Box

An 18-year-old from Twin Falls, Idaho, has been arrested for failing to report a death after a deceased infant was found in a Safe Haven Baby Box at Grove Creek Medical Center in Blackfoot. The box is intended for the anonymous surrender of unharmed newborns, but the infant was dead before being placed inside. Idaho law does not protect the surrender of harmed or deceased infants, and further charges may be filed.

via NBC Miami|

#arrest #crime #idaho

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

Idaho Teen Arrested for Leaving Deceased Newborn in Safe Haven Baby Box

An 18-year-old from Twin Falls, Idaho, Angel N. Newberry, has been charged with failing to report a death after leaving a deceased newborn in a Safe Haven Baby Box in Blackfoot. The Safe Haven system allows for the anonymous surrender of unharmed infants, but does not protect those who place deceased infants. Newberry reportedly hid her pregnancy, gave birth at home, and later placed the baby in the box, where it was found dead. She is currently in custody, and further charges may be pending.

via KTVB.com|

#angel-n-newberry #crime #idaho

tragedy2 years ago•1 min saved

Family Dog Mauls 6-Week-Old Baby to Death in Crib

A 6-week-old baby named Ezra was fatally mauled by the family's husky while napping in his crib in Tennessee. The incident is under investigation, and the dog has been taken to an animal shelter. The parents, Chloe and Mark Mansoor, are devastated but find solace in knowing Ezra's organ donation will help other children. A fundraiser has raised over $7,500 to support the grieving family.

via USA TODAY|

#dog-attack #family #infant-death