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Father killed, 4-year-old shot in St. Paul

KARE11.com

ST PAUL, Minn. — Police say a man who was shot and injured in St. Paul Sunday evening has died. His 4-year-old child was also shot and injured.

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Authorities: Hammond Baby Died Of Blunt Force Head Injuries, Death Was Homicide

CBS Chicago

CHICAGO (CBS) — A Hammond, Indiana baby died this weekend, and an autopsy has determined that she suffered head injuries and her death was …

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A newborn baby’s death proves pregnant women are not safe in UK prisons

The Guardian

It is alleged that help wasn’t summoned until 8.30am, when prison staff visited the cell and found the newborn “unresponsive” – the baby died.

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Father Sentenced in Baby’s Death in Monroe County

wnep.com

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — A man will spend decades in prison for the death of his baby. Anthony Gudino of East Stroudsburg was sentenced to 23 and a …

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Baby died in care of foster father who adopted 15 kids; mother says ‘remember my daughter’

AZCentral.com

The infant was in the care of her foster father, Roger Ham, at the time of her death Tuesday, The Arizona Republic has confirmed. Phoenix police …

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Family claims baby died after eating drugs in Tootsie Roll wrapper in Port Huron

WDIV ClickOnDetroit

PORT HURON, Mich. – The family of a 14-month-old baby who died in Port Huron over the summer says they believe the girl accidentally ate drugs …

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Baby dies in UK prison after inmate ‘gives birth alone in cell’

The Guardian

Police are investigating the death of a baby in Britain’s largest female prison after an inmate gave birth alone in her cell at night. The Guardian …

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Multiple inquiries ordered into death of baby in UK prison

The Guardian

Eleven separate investigations have been launched into the death of a newborn baby at Britain’s largest female prison after the mother gave birth …

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Mount Vernon parents charged in baby’s undernourishment death

The Journal News | LoHud.com

Two Mount Vernon parents have been accused of neglecting their baby daughter, who died of undernourishment last year, officials said.

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Dad pleads guilty in baby’s death

WOODTV.com

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Matthew Doyle, who is accused of shaking his 3-month-old baby who later died, pleaded guilty Monday to …

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Girlfriend gets 10 years in prison for shaken baby death

WBFO

A woman who admitted she violently shook her boyfriend’s 2-year-old daughter while babysitting her has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for the …

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month

Government of Nunavut

October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness month. SIDS is defined as the sudden, unexplained death of an infant less than one year …

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Baby Loss Awareness Week

Petals Charity

Taking place 9-15 October every year, Baby Loss Awareness Week aims to raise awareness about pregnancy and baby death in the UK. Throughout …

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UPDATE – Death of Newborn Child in 1995

WA Police

Cold Case Homicide Squad detectives have charged a man with historical child sex offences as a result of their nvestigation into the death of a …

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Father in Custody in Baby Death Investigation

wnep.com

NESCOPECK, Pa. — A father in Luzerne County is locked up after his infant died over the weekend. Court papers indicate the baby was already dead …

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4-month-old baby dies after being left in hot car in Phoenix

ABC News

The young child appeared to have been dead for hours when firefighters arrived on scene Tuesday afternoon, as temperatures reached above 90 …

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Action News Troubleshooters: Baby death in Chicco inclined sleeper leads to lawsuit

WPVI-TV

Many families assume when they buy a product designed for children or infants, it’s been government approved and reviewed for safety. But the …

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New: Barron Co. baby’s death won’t result in charges against parents

WQOW TV News 18

Barron County (WQOW) – Charges will not be filed in connection to the death of a baby in Barron County. The child died August 20 at a home just …

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Delaware day care allowed to reopen after worker confesses to killing baby

WPVI-TV

BEAR, Delaware (WPVI) — The Delaware Division of Child Care Licensing has given the OK for the Little People Child Development Center to reopen …

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Man sentenced for baby’s death

WNDU-TV

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) – A man charged in connection with the death of a baby boy in Osceola more than two years ago learned his fate in court …

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Eugene man acquitted of manslaughter in baby’s death

KATU

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — A Eugene man has been acquitted on charges alleging he caused the death of a baby in 2012. The Register-Guard reports a …

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Honey Brook man burned dead baby in barrel ‘like trash,’ authorities say

Reading Eagle

A Honey Brook Township man is accused of burning the lifeless body of a baby in a burn barrel outside his home — where he and the child’s mother …

Man charged with burning baby’s body, dealing meth with girlfriend at Chester County home – WPVI-TV

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Sepsis death: ‘I had to watch my baby die in my arms’

BBC News

A mother whose newborn son died from sepsis after complications during pregnancy has described the moment she was faced with turning off life …

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June Love Augosto death: Toddler dies after being left in hot car for hours in West Carson while …

KABC-TV

WEST CARSON, Calif. (KABC) — A 2-year-old girl died after her mother allegedly left the toddler in a car with the heat turned up for up to five hours in …

Toddler Dies After Being Left in Car With Heater on for 5 Hours While Mother Allegedly Drank With … – KTLA

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After six miscarriages, US couple’s baby dies in hot car

BBC News

A couple who struggled with fertility issues and endured six miscarriages before having a child are mourning the hot car death of their “miracle baby“.

Couple’s ‘miracle babydies after babysitter allegedly leaves her in hot car – kfor.com

Two-year-old girl dies ‘after babysitter leaves her in hot car’ – ClickLancashire

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Murder charges to stand in Westgate baby death case

Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier

WEST UNION — A Westgate man accused of killing a baby he was looking after in 2018 had texted his girlfriend that he was going to confess to hurting …

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Mentally challenged woman charged in baby’s death

Citizens Voice

FORTY FORT — A mentally challenged Wilkes-Barre woman was charged with involuntary manslaughter Thursday alleging she secretly gave birth to …

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Gulfport mother charged in baby’s death

WLOX

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) – A Gulfport mother is charged with second-degree murder after her three-month-old, who wasn’t breathing, was brought to …

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‘This just shouldn’t have happened’: Midwife sued after baby dies during home birth

11Alive.com WXIA

ATLANTA — A mother’s warning is raising the alarm in Georgia, and across the world after a blog post about her baby dying went viral. The blog post …

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Report: Boyfriend charged with murder after shaking baby to death

WBRZ

METAIRIE – A man accused of shaking a five-month-old baby until the child suffered internal bleeding has been charged with murder. WWL reports the …

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Investigation into baby’s death ongoing

Daily Journal

The Indiana State Police are continuing to investigate the death of eight-week-old Kensli Deese who died in Franklin on Tuesday. An autopsy was …

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British baby’s death not due to SMA gene therapy: Novartis

Physician’s Weekly

ZURICH (Reuters) – A British baby’s death this year after getting Novartis’s … Novartis also said on Thursday that babies with muscle-wasting spinal …

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Mom accused of baby’s death from rubbing heroin on her gums won’t be charged with felony: Police

USA TODAY

A mother in Maine was arrested last week and charged with the death of her baby daughter by allegedly rubbing heroin on her gums to help her sleep, …

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‘Miracle Baby‘ Born After 6 Miscarriages Dies After Nanny Allegedly Leaves Her in Hot Car

PEOPLE.com

A two-year-old girl has died after being left in a hot car — and authorities allege … She allegedly went to work instead, and left the baby in her vehicle.

After 6 miscarriages, New Mexico couple suffer hot car death of ‘miracle’ baby; nanny arrested – thebl.com

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Teen acquitted of killing her baby says she’s ‘forever sorry’

Washington Post

From the day the police showed up at her family’s house to the day she was acquitted of murder, Brooke Skylar Richardson never spoke publicly about …

Brooke Skylar Richardson: The Enquirer answers subscriber questions about baby death trial – Cincinnati.com

Ohio ex-cheerleader found not guilty of killing newborn daughter she buried in backyard – NBCNews.com

Young Ohio Mother Acquitted of Killing Her Newborn Baby, But Guilty of ‘Corpse Abuse’ – TIME

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After Baby’s death on Hawaii base DoD calls for investigations into unauthorized daycare allegations

Military Times

The baby’s death was caused by toxic levels of antihistamine in her body, according to autopsy results cited in an affidavit accompanying the arrest …

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Mother Of 10-Year-Old Girl Accused Of Stomping Baby To Death Claims It Was An ‘Accident’

Oxygen

The mother of a 10-year-old girl accused of stomping on a 6-month-old baby’s head until the boy died, is speaking out in defense of her daughter, …

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Radcliffe baby death: Moment baby ‘thrown to death in river caught on camera’

Mirror.co.uk

The 10-month-old, named by family as Zakari (Zak) Bennett, died after he was … The moment a baby was allegedly thrown to his death in a river was …

Zakari Bennett: River death baby’s dad arrested over murder – BBC News

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Parents of baby ‘killed by kiss’ welcome son on first anniversary of infant’s death

Fox News

A mom whose 14-day old daughter was “killed by a kiss” after contracting the herpes simplex virus has welcomed a rainbow baby – poignantly born on …

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Radcliffe baby death: Dad, 22, charged with murder after boy ‘thrown in river’

Mirror.co.uk

The father of baby boy who died after allegedly being thrown into a river has been charged with murder. Zak Eko, 22, has tonight been remanded in …

Zakari Bennett-Eko: Dad charged with murder of river death baby – BBC News

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Radcliffe baby death: Dad in court facing murder charge after boy ‘thrown in river’

Mirror.co.uk

Zak Eko has appeared at Manchester Magistrates’ Court today after Zakari William Bennett-Eko was found in the River Irwell near a bridge in Radcliffe …

Radcliffe baby death: Mum pays tribute to ‘cheeky chappie’ baby ‘thrown in river’ – Mirror.co.uk

Mum’s heartbreaking tribute to ‘cheeky chappy’ baby son ‘thrown to his death in river by dad’ – The Sun

Zakari William Bennett-Eko: Baby who died after being pulled from river was ‘cheeky little chappie’ – Sky News

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BSO Investigating Death Of Baby Found Not Breathing At Pompano Beach Motel

CBS Miami

POMPANO BEACH (CBSMiami) – The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a baby at a Pompano Beach motel. Paramedics were …

Baby girl’s death under investigation – Sun Sentinel

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2-year-old New Mexico child dies in hot car; 42nd death nationally in 2019

USA TODAY

A 2-year-old child died Tuesday after being left in a hot car in Hobbs, New Mexico, according to the national tracker KidsAndCars.org. The accident …

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13-month-old baby dead in Santa Rosa home, man held for murder

Santa Rosa Press Democrat

A 13-month-old boy was declared dead Saturday afternoon at a home in Santa Rosa and a 29-year-old man found unconscious next to the boy was …

13-month-old baby found dead in Santa Rosa home, police say drugs involved – KGO-TV

Santa Rosa Police Investigate Suspicious Death of 13-Month-Old Child – NBC Bay Area

Man arrested for murder after baby found dead in Santa Rosa home – KGO-TV

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Baby death trial: Brooke Skylar Richardson has ‘personality disorder,’ was sexually abused …

Cincinnati.com

LEBANON – When Brooke Skylar Richardson went out to eat with friends, she would surprise them at the end of their meals. Richardson would stack …

Cheerleader Texted Boyfriend on Day After Newborn’s Death: ‘I Feel So Much Better This Morning’ – PEOPLE.com

Cheerleader Accused of Killing Baby Has Personality Disorder, Was Sexually Abused, Says … – PEOPLE.com

Teen mother’s murder trial headed to jury soon – Boston 25 News

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A baby died at a child care center Thursday — what we know and don’t know

The News Journal

Delaware State Police are investigating the death of an infant at Little People Child Development Center in Bear on Thursday. Police said the …

Child care worker charged with killing infant who wouldn’t stop crying – USA TODAY

Bear child care worker charged with killing infant who wouldn’t stop crying – The News Journal

Day care owner: ‘Do you know what that’s like to have a baby die in your hands?’ – The News Journal

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BSO Launches Death Investigation After 2-Month Old Baby Dies Inside West Park Home

CBS Miami

WEST PARK (CBSMiami) — Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating the death of a two-month old baby who stopped breathing where …

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Police: Infant’s death ‘connected’ to fatal June 12 shooting of mother

Asheville Citizen-Times

ASHEVILLE – A baby boy who was in his mother’s womb when she was fatally shot nearly three months ago at an Asheville housing complex has died …

Asheville police announce death of infant son delivered after mother found shot, killed – WYFF Greenville

Asheville Police investigating the death of an infant; mother killed after testifying in a murder trial – FOX Carolina

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El Salvador to appeal against verdict that cleared mother of baby’s death

BBC News

Prosecutors in El Salvador are appealing against a retrial verdict that cleared a young woman of murdering her newborn child. Evelyn Hernández, 21 …

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Baby’s death in Indianapolis Auto Zone parking lot in May a ‘hot car’ death

WRTV Indianapolis

PREVIOUS | IMPD investigating death of baby on Indianapolis’ east side. Medics rushed the baby to Riley Hospital where she was pronounced dead.

1-year-old Indianapolis girl’s death ruled as nation’s latest hot car fatality – WTHR

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Brooke Skylar Richardson’s baby’s death ruled ‘homicidal violence,’ doctor says

WCPO

LEBANON, Ohio — A forensic pathologist said Brooke Skylar Richardson’s newborn daughter died as a result of “homicidal violence,” but she said …

‘All evidence points to homicide’: Doctor testifies on baby’s death in Skylar Richardson trial – WXIX

Cheerleader accused of killing newborn, burying her in backyard after prom begins murder trial – USA TODAY

‘Do you believe me?’ Skylar Richardson begs parents to forgive her in police video aired in baby … – Cincinnati.com

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State Police Investigate Death Of 1-Month-Old Baby In Beaver Co.

CBS Pittsburgh

ALIQUIPPA, Pa. (KDKA) – Police are investigating after a 1-month-old baby died in Beaver County. According to State Police, the City of Aliquippa …

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Deputies look into whether baby boy who died was at an unlicensed day care

Sun Sentinel

After a baby boy died, detectives are now investigating whether his caregivers were running an unlicensed day care. County officials on Friday said …

2-Month-Old Baby Found Dead in West Park: BSO – NBC 6 South Florida

BSO investigating after infant found dead inside West Park home – WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale

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Baby’s death under investigation in Broward County

WPEC

The sheriff’s office said paramedics responded to a home in West Park on Thursday afternoon where they found the baby unresponsive. The boy died …

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Hawaii prosecutors subpoena Army records of complaints about babysitter before baby’s death

Military Times

Prosecutors in Hawaii are digging into complaints the Army received about a babysitter in military housing before the death of a baby in her care at …

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‘I got a bad call for you.’ 911 tapes released in death of NC baby in a hot car.

Charlotte Observer

Pineville Police on Friday released 911 calls between emergency officials in a 1-year-old baby’s death in a hot car outside a Lowe’s store Thursday.

Baby found dead inside hot car in Pineville shopping center, police say – WSOC Charlotte

Baby dies in a hot car in North Carolina shopping center, police say – Charlotte Observer

Baby dies after being left in hot car in Pineville shopping center, police say – WBTV

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911 calls about baby death in a hot car

Charlotte Observer

Pineville police release 911 calls from CMPD and MEDIC after a mom left her baby in a hot car at the McMullen Creek Shopping Center.

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A teen said she buried her stillborn baby in the backyard after prom. Now she’s on trial for murder.

Washington Post

That’s the same question a jury will be left to decide as Richardson’s trial on charges of aggravated murder in the death of her baby begins this week.

Skylar Richardson, charged in baby’s death, searched the Internet for ‘How do I get rid of a baby.’ – Cincinnati.com

Skylar Richardson: What you need to know as trial starts for former cheerleader charged in buried … – Cincinnati.com

Timeline: What happened before and after 2017 death of Carlisle newborn – WCPO

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Dad dies before trial on death of baby found in freezer

ABC News

Authorities in Alabama say a man awaiting trial for the death of his 6-month-old son has been found dead in his jail cell. Houston County Sheriff …

Georgia man dies in jail before trial in death of baby found in freezer – Atlanta Journal Constitution

Mum killed baby by injecting him with drugs then stuffed body in the freezer – Mirror.co.uk

Monster mum jailed for 99 years for killing baby with drugs then keeping corpse in a freezer … – The Sun

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Mom Gets 99 Years Over Death of Baby Found in Freezer

Rare.us (blog)

A woman has been sentenced to at least 99 years in prison for the death of her 6-month-old son, whose body was found in an Alabama motel room …

‘Mom’ left dead infant son in hotel freezer, fled with criminal boyfriend and teenage daughter, who … – CrimeOnline

Alabama mom pleads guilty in frozen baby remains case, sentenced to 99 years – WKYT

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High bond set for dad in baby’s death

Kenosha News

A Milwaukee man charged with concealing the death of his baby daughter and dumping her body in a Kenosha field will remain incarcerated with a …

‘What’s the law if a baby dies?’ $100K cash bond for Kenosha man charged in death of 2-month-old – fox6now.com

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Missing Pennsylvania toddler found dead, DA said

CNN

The toddler’s father, Paul Johnson, previously said Nancy drove off with his daughter Saturday after an argument, according to a criminal complaint …

Autopsy of a missing 23-month-old girl found dead in a Pennsylvania park is planned for today – CNN

Missing Pennsylvania Toddler Found Dead After Kidnapping – NBC 10 Philadelphia

Missing Toddler, Who Was Allegedly Kidnapped by an Uber Driver, Found Dead – PEOPLE.com

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Dad, 32, charged with murdering eight-week-old baby daughter as her mum, 21, ‘let it happen’

The Sun

A DAD has been charged with murdering his eight-week-old daughter after she died from head injuries. Michael Roe, 32, was held alongside baby …

Crowborough father charged with baby daughter’s murder – BBC News

Crowborough ‘murder’: First photo of dad accused of killing eight-week-old baby – Mirror.co.uk

Father charged with baby’s death – Spirit FM

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Pa. mom of 5 to stand trial over dead baby found in paint bucket

PennLive.com

(AP) — The mother of a newborn whose body was found in a paint bucket in the basement of her Pennsylvania home will stand trial in baby’s death.

Mother to stand trial after dead newborn was found in a paint bucket – PhillyVoice.com

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Grand Island woman admits she was responsible for baby’s death last year

Buffalo News

A Grand Island woman pleaded guilty today to first-degree manslaughter in the death of her boyfriend’s 2-year-old daughter. Brianna Valenti, 27 …

Grand Island woman pleads guilty to manslaughter in shaken baby death – WBFO

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Lurgan baby death: Man arrested on suspicion of child cruelty

BBC News

A 23-year-old-man has been arrested following the sudden death of a baby girl in Lurgan, County Armagh. The man was arrested on suspicion of …

PSNI investigating sudden death of baby girl in Lurgan – Irish Times

News of baby’s death is ‘deeply shocking’ – Lurgan Mail

Man, 23, arrested on suspicion of child cruelty after baby found dead in Armagh – The Irish Sun

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Trailer where dead baby was found in trash bag removed

KOAT Albuquerque

A newborn baby was found dead in a trash bag inside a trailer in Rio Arriba County on Friday, and now the trailer where that baby was found has been …

NMSP: Newborn baby found dead inside trash bag – KOB

Dead baby found in garbage bag in New Mexico may have been injected with heroin – fox6now.com

Dead newborn baby found in trash may have been injected with heroin, police say – KIRO Seattle

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Charges: Baby died sleeping in bed with drunk father

Bring Me The News

A drunken mistake by a 36-year-old Minneapolis man resulted in the death of his infant son last year, according to charges filed in Hennepin County …

Child dies after sleeping beside drunken father – WTSP.com

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Two caregivers plead guilty to charges tied to baby’s death at Hood River day care

OregonLive.com

A state regulator, Julie Smith, still faces charges after an investigation into the baby’s death resulted in her being accused of official misconduct.

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DEVELOPING: Baby death under investigation in Jefferson County

KTXS

DEVELOPING: Baby death under investigation in Jefferson County … COUNTY — The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a …

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Iowa child care worker charged with felony child endangerment in Lee County baby’s death

DesMoinesRegister.com

A Donnellson day care worker was charged Thursday with felony child endangerment in connection with the December death of a 4-month-old boy.

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Mom in custody in Detroit baby’s death

Fox17

Mom in custody in Detroit baby’s death … DETROIT (AP) — Police say a woman is in custody after the death of her 18-day-old baby in Detroit.

Infant found dead in Detroit bathtub, mother taken into custody – Detroit Free Press

Detroit mother arrested after 18-day-old baby found dead in bathtub – CBS42.com

Detroit police: Infant girl found dead in bathtub – WDIV ClickOnDetroit

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Mom in custody in Detroit baby’s death

WSBT-TV

DETROIT (AP) — Police say a woman is in custody after the death of her 18-day-old baby in Detroit. Police Chief James Craig tells The Detroit News …

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Dead baby found in trash bag may have been injected with heroin, police say

New York Post

New Mexico police found a dead newborn in a trash bag last Friday and said the baby may have been injected with heroin by its mother, according to …

Small New Mexico community shocked after newborn baby is found dead inside trash bag at trailer … – KVIA El Paso

‘Mother injected newborn baby son with heroin then dumped him in trash bag after he died’ – Metro

New Mexico police find newborn injected with heroin dead in trash bag, report says – Fox News

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Couple accused of faking pregnancy, birth and baby’s death in scam, documents show

ABC News

A Pennsylvania couple allegedly lied about the pregnancy, birth and death of their son and then fraudulently accepting gifts and money during the …

Somerset Co. Couple Allegedly Fakes Birth, Death Of Baby To Scam Donations – CBS Pittsburgh

Pennsylvania couple accused of faking baby’s birth, death to collect cash and gifts – Fox News

A Pennsylvania couple is charged with theft after police allege they faked the birth and death of a … – CNN

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El Salvador woman cleared over baby’s death says ‘justice was done’

BBC News

A 21-year-old woman acquitted of the aggravated murder of her baby in El Salvador has called on her supporters to fight for others like her. A judge …

El Salvador: Evelyn Hernández cleared over baby’s death – BBC News

A Salvadoran woman was charged in the death of her stillborn baby. A judge acquitted her. – Washington Post

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‘Distraught’ dad finds baby, teen daughter dead in garage; police say mom is a suspect

ABC News

A “distraught” dad came home to find his 4-month-old daughter and 14-year-old daughter dead in their California home, and their mother alive but …

Teen Girl, Baby Sister Found Dead Inside Ontario Home; Mother Hospitalized – CBS Los Angeles

Two Sisters Found Dead Inside Ontario Home, Mother Hospitalized – NBC Southern California

Homicide Investigation Underway in Ontario After 2 Children Found Dead; Mother Hospitalized – KTLA

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Marlen Ochoa-Lopez baby death: Clarisa, Desiree Figueroa plead not guilty

WLS-TV

Clarisa Figueroa, 46, and her daughter Desiree, 24, pleaded not guilty of charges of murder and aggravated battery of a child in the death of of …

2 Chicago women plead not guilty in death of taken baby – WTOP

2 Chicago women plead not guilty in death of Ochoa-Lopez baby – Fox 32 Chicago

‘Womb Raiders’ plead not guilty to murder of baby ripped from pregnant teen – New York Post

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Central-city man sentenced to life in prison for baby’s death

Toledo Blade

A central-city man who was previously found guilty of killing his girlfriend’s 11-month-old son on New Year’s Day in 2018 was sentenced to a maximum …

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Unresponsive baby at Mount Shasta campsite dies, and sibling is in protective custody

Sacramento Bee

A sergeant who arrived on the scene performed CPR on the baby for five to 10 minutes, but the baby was pronounced dead later in the day at Mercy …

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El Salvador woman Evelyn Hernández cleared of homicide over stillborn baby’s death – video

The Guardian

A young woman who was suspected of having an abortion and charged with homicide after having a stillborn child has been acquitted by a judge at a …

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A baby dugong that became a Thai internet star died with plastic waste in its stomach

CNN

(CNN) An orphaned baby dugong that attained celebrity status in Thailand has died with plastic waste lining its stomach, prompting a surge of …

Rescued baby dugong dies of shock with a stomach full of plastic in Thailand – CBS News

Thailand’s lost baby dugong dies from shock, eating plastic – ABC News

This baby sea mammal captured people’s hearts. She just died from eating plastic. – Washington Post

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Police: Couple Fakes Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Death in Scam for Money

WIBX AM 950

From the annals of shame comes a jaw dropping story out of Pennsylvania where a couple is accused of faking a pregnancy, child birth and infant …

Couple Accused Of Faking Baby’s Birth And Death Using A Doll To Get Donations – Moms.com

Couple Accused of Faking Baby’s Birth — & Then His Death — To Collect Money & Presents – CafeMom

Penn. couple allegedly faked pregnancy, birth, baby’s death for money – KRDO

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Couple charged in baby death

Altoona Mirror

The death of a 6-month-old baby in June has led to child endangerment and … According to charges filed by state police, the 6-month-old baby was …

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Police: Georgia woman charged in baby’s death during fight

WKYT

(AP) – Police in Georgia say another woman has been charged in the July death of a 3-month-old baby, who was dropped and fatally injured during a …

Woman charged with murder in baby’s death after GA fight; turns self in – KWQC-TV6

Woman whose fight with mother saw baby dropped to his death charged with murder – Metro

Georgia Woman Charged In Baby’s Death During Fight Caught on Video – The Epoch Times

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Prosecutors say man changing story in baby’s death, seek to pull plea deal

nwitimes.com

VALPARAISO — Prosecutors are seeking to withdraw a plea agreement in the death of a 20-month-old Portage girl, saying the accused man now …

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A Minnesota father told police he dropped his 5-month-old boy on his head for being ‘fussy.’ The …

USA TODAY

The baby suffered multiple head injuries, including a skull fracture, the newspaper reported. The boy’s obituary said he died April 30. “Gus was a …

Minnesota dad intentionally dropped 5-month-old baby on head, killing him, police say – WSOC Charlotte

Father accused of intentionally dropping, killing five-month-old baby for being ‘difficult’ and ‘fussy’ – fox8.com

Murder charges: Baby was being ‘difficult,’ so Minnesota dad dropped him on his head – Wadena Pioneer Journal

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They Died Shielding Their Baby in El Paso. Their Family’s Anguish Was Only Beginning.

The New York Times

EL PASO — She was a young mother, busy juggling family dinners, cheerleading practices and trips to the park with her three small children. He was …

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Navy wife charged in baby’s death pleads not guilty

Military Times

The Navy wife charged in the death of a 7-month-old she was babysitting pleaded not guilty to manslaughter charges Thursday, according to a report.

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Despite recall, some day care centers still using inclined sleepers blamed in infant deaths

CBS News

Hailey and Ty Hampton lost one of their twin boys, 13-week-old Liam, in February. “He was our little baby, our little cuddle buddy,” said Ty.

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No contact order lifted for father accused in baby’s death

Minnesota Public Radio News

A Minnesota judge has lifted a no contact order for a man accused of killing his infant son, allowing the defendant to have contact with his pregnant …

No contact order lifted for Minnesota father accused in baby’s death – Redwood Falls Gazette

Dad Dropped Baby on His Head Because He Was ‘Difficult,’ Baby Died: Prosecutors – The Epoch Times

Baby boy was too ‘fussy’ & ‘difficult,’ dad says after dropping him on his head & killing him: Docs – CrimeOnline

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Childminders again arrested for Brunssum baby’s death

NL Times

Two childminders from Brunssum were again arrested for the death of a 5-month-old baby that was in their care in October 2017. Their arrests were …

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Granddad warns parents after baby’s death at Vt. day care

WCAX

Granddad warns parents after baby’s death at Vt. day care … Carolina grandfather is speaking out after his granddaughter died at a Vermont day care.

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Bode and Morgan Miller debut baby bump, expecting twins over a year after daughter’s death

USA TODAY

Morgan Miller shared on Instagram that the twin boys are expected to be born on Nov. 11, about a month after husband Bode Miller’s birthday.

Bode and Morgan Miller announce twins more than year after daughter’s death – GMA

Bode Miller’s Wife Morgan Pregnant With Twins, Debuts Baby Bump Over a Year After Daughter’s … – Us Weekly

Bode Miller, wife Morgan Beck expecting twins a year after tragic death of young daughter – Fox News

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Woodbury father charged in death of his baby son

KTTC

A criminal complaint says Hoisser told investigators he was frustrated because the baby was “being difficult” so he dropped him.

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Denial of service leads to Black infant’s death

MSR News Online

Six weeks ago, a young mother raced her nine-month-old child to Children’s Hospital in South Minneapolis. Three weeks later, with her child showing …

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How anti-vaxxers target grieving moms and turn them into crusaders against vaccines

NBCNews.com

Fifteen miles west of Minneapolis, a billboard looms over a field of tall grass … Since her death in March, Evee has served as a literal poster child for the … The story of her death is told at protests, read aloud at statehouses, and …

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Bagley woman gets 18 years for baby’s death

knoxradio

A 31-year-old woman from Bagley (MN) was sentenced Monday to 18 years in prison for the 2018 death of a two-month-old girl in her care.

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‘Russian Rules’? Abandoned Phuket newborn! Mum’s accidental baby death! || October 2

The Phuket News

Mum admits to accidental killing of baby |:| Pattaya’s massive drug bust … watch theft |:| Abandoned newborn dies |:| Polluting vehicles to be ordered off city roads … 2- B71 Mn deal inked to solve landslide along Phuket runway road

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Infant’s death in Hammond ruled a homicide, now under investigation

WGN-TV

HAMMOND, Ind. — An investigation into the death of an infant in Hammond, IN last weekend is underway after the Cook County Medical ruled her …

Months-old baby girl from Indiana dies in Chicago, Hammond police launch homicide investigation – Chicago Tribune

Infant Girl Dies After Alleged Homicide In A Residence Of Hammond, Indiana – The Digital Wise

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Police investigate death of infant in Grand Chute

Appleton Post Crescent

GRAND CHUTE – Police are investigating the death of an infant Monday afternoon. Authorities responded around 2 p.m. to an address in the 3200 …

Police investigate baby’s death in GC – WHBY

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Exposure to air pollution increases the risk of infant death

Earth.com

Young children and older adults are the most vulnerable, and a new study has identified three air pollutants that increase the risk of infant deaths.

Air Pollution May Give Babies a Greater Risk of Death – The Quint

Air pollution warning as living near a busy road raises babies’ risk of death by half, study suggests – Sky Statement

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Father in Custody in Baby Death Investigation

wnep.com

NESCOPECK, Pa. — A father in Luzerne County is locked up after his infant died over the weekend. Court papers indicate the baby was already dead …

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Infant dead after dad leaves twins in car outside Alabama car dealership

New York Post

An 11-month-old boy died after he and his twin sister were left in a hot car for more than three hours outside an Alabama Honda dealership where …

One dead after infant twins left in car in Oxford – Gadsden Times

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Pueblo mother convicted of abuse for infant’s death in tub

Sentinel Colorado

PUEBLO | A Pueblo mother has been convicted in connection with the drowning death of her 9-month-old child in a bathtub. The Pueblo Chieftain …

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Colorado mother convicted of abuse for infant’s death in tub

KKTV 11 News

PUEBLO, Colo. (AP) – A Colorado mother has been convicted in connection with the drowning death of her 9-month-old child in a bathtub. The Pueblo …

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Colorado mother convicted of abuse for infant’s death in tub

The Durango Herald

PUEBLO – A Colorado mother has been convicted in connection with the drowning death of her 9-month-old child in a bathtub. The Pueblo Chieftain …

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Baby death in Chicco inclined sleeper leads to lawsuit

WPVI-TV

Many families assume when they buy a product designed for children or infants, it’s been government approved and reviewed for safety. But the Action …

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New Hampshire Man Arrested For ‘Recklessly Causing’ Infant’s Death

CBS Boston

CONCORD, NH (CBS) — New Hampshire State Police announced Friday that a man has been charged with second-degree murder for the death of a …

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No charges filed in relation to infant’s death in August

Ashland Daily Press

The Barron County District Attorney’s Office called the August death of a 10-month-old baby tragic and will not file criminal charges against the Haugen …

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A closer look at infant mortality in two of the most impoverished US regions

Washington Post

U.S. babies, they found, were three times as likely to die of premature birth and 2.3 times as likely to die of sudden infant death syndrome than infants …

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Ashwaubenon investigating infant death

Fox11online.com

ASHWAUBENON (WLUK) — Ashwaubenon Public Safety says it’s investigating the death of an infant. Around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, officers were called …

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Hung jury for man charged in Manhattan infant death

WIBW

(WIBW) – A Riley County jury could not reach a verdict for the man accused of killing an infant. D’Khari Lyons was charged with first degree murder and …

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Doulas Seen As Key To Battling Maternal, Infant Death Among San Diego’s Black Community

KPBS

The nightmares hit Sharavyn Johnson not too long after a pink line on a pregnancy test told her she was with child. Johnson and her wife, Nasira, were …

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Zolgensma didn’t cause an infant death, AveXis execs say as they spotlight long-term data

Endpoints News

“We had been concerned about the potential… that Zolgensma might have been causing brain inflammation,” AveXis chief executive Dave Lennon …

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Doulas Seen As Key To Battling Maternal, Infant Death Among San Diego’s Black Community

KPBS

Doulas Seen As Key To Battling Maternal, Infant Death Among San Diego’s Black Community. KPBS Midday Edition Segments / September 24, 2019.

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The Infant Mortality Rate in the US, Explained: What Really Kills Babies

Fatherly

The infant mortality rate in the United States, based on the latest data available, is 5.8 per 1,000 births. Internationally, this is a very high death rate, …

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Family of Lancaster mother charged in infant’s death asks prosecutors to revisit case

FOX 11 Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES – The family of a mother charged for the death of her 7-month-old son is asking prosecutors to revisit her case in hopes they would find …

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Ashwaubenon Police investigating infant death

WGBA-TV

ASHWAUBENON (NBC 26) — Ashwaubenon Police announced Tuesday that officers are investigating an infant death. Around 7:22 a.m. police …

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Man sentenced to 14 years for role in infant’s death

WAND

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WAND) – A Champaign man who’s pleaded guilty to causing the death of an infant has been sentenced to 14 years in …

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September is National Infant Mortality Awareness Month – St. Lucie County’s Infant Mortality Rate …

St. Lucie County Health Department – Florida Department of Health

During these two years, infant death cases were reviewed from 2014 to 2018. Twenty-six cases were chosen for review; most from the Lincoln Park …

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User Guide to the 2017 Period/2016 Cohort Linked Birth/Infant Death Public Use File

To Parent Directory – CDC

Period file – The 2017 period linked birth/infant death data set includes two data files. The first file is the “numerator” file, which consists of all infant …

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Infant death in Franklin being investigated by state police

WTTV CBS4Indy

Police said the infant was taken to Johnson Memorial Hospital and was later pronounced dead. At this time, the cause of death is unknown and an …

State police investigating infant death in Franklin – WRTV Indianapolis

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Trial begins for man accused in Manhattan infant death

WIBW

(WIBW) – Testimony begins Thursday in the trial of a Manhattan man, accused of killing an infant. A jury was seated, and prosecutors gave opening …

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Parents of baby ‘killed by kiss’ welcome son on first anniversary of infant’s death

Fox News

A mom whose 14-day old daughter was “killed by a kiss” after contracting the herpes simplex virus has welcomed a rainbow baby – poignantly born on …

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Fentanyl Likely Led To Santa Rosa Father And Infant Son’s Deaths

CBS San Francisco

SANTA ROSA (CBS SF) — Fentanyl likely played a role in the tragic deaths of a 29-year-old Santa Rosa father and his infant son, according to police …

Santa Rosa father suspected of killing infant child dies in hospital – KGO-TV

Father Suspected Of Killing His Infant Child Dies In Hospital – SFGate

Father of 13-month-old boy killed by drugs also dies of overdose – San Francisco Chronicle

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Mother receives suspended sentence in Rockbridge infant’s death

Roanoke Times

Hazelwood was charged with felony murder in May 2017 after the death of her 4-month old daughter Charlee Marie Faith Ford. The infant’s death …

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Father pleads guilty in death of infant son

WBAY

(AP) – A Tomah man has pleaded guilty to neglecting his infant son which caused the baby’s death. Thirty-year-old Troy Tralmer agreed to a plea deal …

Father pleads guilty in death of infant son – The San Diego Union-Tribune

Father pleads guilty in death of infant son – New York Daily News

Tomah man agrees to plea deal, admits negligence in infant’s death – Madison.com

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NC man charged with second-degree murder in baby’s death

The San Diego Union-Tribune

A North Carolina man charged in an 8-week-old baby’s death faces his first court appearance this week. The Burke County Sheriff’s Office said a …

NC man charged with second-degree murder in baby’s death – Baltimore Sun

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Infant Death Being Investigated by Lubbock Police

News/Talk 790 KFYO

The Lubbock Police Department is investigating the death of an infant that … The infant was pronounced deceased at the scene by EMS and an …

Death of 5-day-old infant not suspicious, LPD says – KLBK | KAMC | EverythingLubbock.com

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Hemet daycare operator pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter in infant’s death

Press-Enterprise

The operator of an unlicensed Hemet daycare under whose watch a 7-month-old girl died from suffocating in a bean bag chair pleaded guilty …

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Mother Of 10-Year-Old Girl Accused Of Stomping Baby To Death Claims It Was An ‘Accident’

Oxygen

The mother of a 10-year-old girl accused of stomping on a 6-month-old baby’s head until the boy died, is speaking out in defense of her daughter, …

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Utah infant’s death suspected to have been caused by being left in hot car

KUTV 2News

KUTV — Suspicion surrounding a 6-month-old’s death – potentially caused by being left in a hot car – is being investigated by Santaquin police.

Utah baby who died had body temp of 109, police believe he was left in a hot car – ABC 4

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Child care worker charged with killing infant who wouldn’t stop crying

USA TODAY

Child care worker charged with killing infant who wouldn’t stop crying ….. State Police said the death occurred about 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Bear …

Daycare worker charged with murder in infant’s death – Washington Post

Daycare worker charged with murder in infant’s death – ABC27

Daycare worker charged with murder in infant’s death – The San Diego Union-Tribune

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Father arrested in Jackson County due to infant death

WBAY

MELROSE, Wis. (AP) – Jackson County sheriff’s officials say they have arrested the father of an infant who died last week. Dispatchers got a call from a …

Father of infant who died in Jackson County arrested – The San Diego Union-Tribune

Infant death investigation underway in Jackson County – FOX 25/48 – WiProud.com

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Burke County deputies investigating 2-month-old child’s death

WSOC Charlotte

Burke County- Just got this release about an investigation into a baby’s death. No one has been charged in the case. pic.twitter.com/9oXjuZG1OZ.

Police investigating infant death – Morganton News Herald

Burke County Sheriff Investigating Death of Infant – WHKY

Investigation underway after Burke Co. infant dies at Charlotte hospital – WBTV

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Caregiver charged with murder in infant’s death

Delaware State News

BEAR — A 19-year-old New Castle woman was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a 4-month-old infant who was under …

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State says center where infant died passed inspection in May

WTOP

BEAR, Del. (AP) — The Delaware day care center where authorities allege a worker killed a 4-month-old baby passed a state inspection in May.

State says center where infant died passed inspection in May – The San Diego Union-Tribune

State says center where infant died passed inspection in May – Washington Post

Daycare worker charged with murder following infant’s death in Delaware state – 10TV

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Menasha man convicted for infant death from fire

WGBA-TV

Menasha man convicted for infant death from fire … A Menasha man has been convicted of neglecting a baby who died from an apartment fire one …

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Infant death investigation underway in Jackson Co.

WEAU

(WEAU) — The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of an infant. According to the sheriff’s office, an emergency call came in just …

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Police investigate death of baby at Delaware day care center

WPVI-TV

(WPVI) — Delaware state police are investigating the death of a baby at a day … The infant’s death happened around 10:35 a.m. Thursday at the Little …

Police Investigating Death Of Infant At Delaware Daycare Center – CBS Philly

19-Year-Old Delaware Day Care Worker Charged With Murder After Suffocating 4-Month-Old Girl … – CBS Philly

Delaware State Police Conducting Death Investigation – Bear – news.delaware.gov

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Man convicted of neglect after infant’s death in Menasha fire

Appleton Post Crescent

OSHKOSH – A man has been convicted in Winnebago County Circuit Court of neglecting a toddler who died last year as a result of a fire at an …

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Trial in 1981 infant death postponed to April

Kotatv

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) – Trial for a South Dakota woman charged with murder in the death of her newborn 38 years ago has been postponed.

Trial in 1981 infant death postponed to April – KTIV

Trial in 1981 infant death postponed to April – KELOLAND.com

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Mother may face criminal charges in infant’s death

Redding Record Searchlight

The mother and companion of a 7-month-old infant found dead at a Siskiyou County campsite in August may face criminal charges, the Siskiyou …

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Girl ruled incompetent in infant’s death

Chippewa Herald

CHIPPEWA FALLS — The 11-year-old Chippewa Falls girl accused of killing a six-month-old infant last fall is still considered incompetent to stand trial …

Girl accused in killing baby found not competent to stand trial – WEAU

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Mom to stand trial in death of infant found in paint bucket

Lowell Sun

(AP) — The mother of a newborn whose body was found in a paint bucket in the basement of her Pennsylvania home will stand trial in baby’s death.

Pa. mom to stand trial in death of infant found in paint bucket – WKBN.com

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Two defendants plead guilty in infant-death

Hood River News

Two defendants in the criminal case surrounding the death of a baby at an illegally-operated daycare in Hood River in May 2018 have each pled guilty …

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Infant death still under investigation in Siskiyou County

KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2

SISKIYOU COUNTY, Ore. – The death of an infant remains under investigation in Siskiyou County. Investigators said on the evening of August 14, …

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Macon mother charged in infant death investigation

41 NBC News

MACON, Georgia (WMGT/41NBC) – A Macon mother is charged with malice murder in the death of her three-month old child. Investigators say …

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Hawaii prosecutors subpoena Army records of complaints about babysitter before baby’s death

Military Times

Prosecutors in Hawaii are digging into complaints the Army received about a babysitter in military housing before the death of a baby in her care at …

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Charges against Rome man dropped in infant death case

Rome Sentinel

The charge of criminally negligent homicide has been dropped against Roman Derek S. Dyer, one half of the couple charged in the death of their …

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Skylar Richardson, charged in baby’s death, searched the Internet for ‘How do I get rid of a baby.’

Cincinnati.com

Editor’s note: Follow Day 2 live from court here. LEBANON, Ohio – The day before her baby died, she went to a Cincinnati Reds game with her …

A teen said she buried her stillborn baby in the backyard after prom. Now she’s on trial for murder. – Washington Post

Brooke Skylar Richardson Trial: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know – Heavy.com

Ohio woman texted mom after killing newborn saying she was happy ‘my belly is back OMG … – Fox News

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Report: Every sudden infant death deserves a closer look

Medical Xpress

In 2019, infants younger than 1 year accounted for nearly half of 1,750 child maltreatment deaths in the United States. However, the National Child …

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San Diego County Parents Charged in 7-Month-Old Infant’s Death

KTLA

Two parents are facing felony child abuse charges after their 7-month-old infant suffered injuries that eventually resulted in death, according to KTLA …

La Mesa Couple Charged With Murder After Infant Son’s Suspicious Death – NBC 7 San Diego

Parents arrested in death of 7-month-old infant – fox5sandiego.com

Parents charged with murder in death of their infant son – KUSI

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Las Vegas woman arrested on child abuse charge in infant’s death

Las Vegas Review-Journal

A 30-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the death of an infant on the southwest side of Las Vegas last week, police said.

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Gov. Whitmer signs proclamation recognizing infant mortality and Black Breastfeeding Week

WWMT-TV

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Every baby deserves a fighting chance but experts say newborns of color are more likely to face an early death.

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Every Sudden Infant Death Deserves a Closer Look: Report

HealthDay

MONDAY, Aug. 26, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Whenever a healthy infant dies suddenly, that death should be investigated to determine if abuse or …

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Pediatricians have critical role in identifying child abuse fatalities during infancy

AAP News

Caring for infants and helping their families are among the great joys in pediatric practice. However, the sudden, unexpected death of an infant …

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Parents plead guilty to aggravated child neglect in infant’s death

WKRN News 2

The charges are in relation to the death of their one-month-old infant who died in April of 2016. Their daughter, Niyalee Ormonde, was reportedly …

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Prosecutor: Infant found in freezer died while mother made drug run from Alabama to Georgia

Gainesville Times

Evidence will prove Amanda Oakes’ infant son died with methamphetamine in his bloodstream while she was on a drug run through Georgia, …

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A healthy DOSE of sleep

Ashland Tidings

Next month, Jackson County Fire District No. 3 will kick off a program intended to reduce the number of infant sleep-related deaths in Jackson County.

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Father pleads guilty to child endangerment in Rockbridge infant’s death

Roanoke Times

LEXINGTON — The Rockbridge County Commonwealth’s Attorney has dropped two murder charges against Charles Everett Ford, whose infant …

Murder charges dropped against Rockbridge County father after 2016 death of 4-month-old daughter – WSLS 10

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Thinking differently about sudden unexpected infant deaths

The Journal of Pediatrics

Despite ongoing public health campaigns to educate parents on safe sleep practices, overall sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) rates have not …

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Identifying Child Abuse Fatalities During Infancy

Pediatrics – AAP Gateway

Since then, public and professional awareness of sudden unexpected infant death and fatal child abuse have increased, and well-validated reports of …

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Thinking differently about sudden unexpected infant deaths

The Journal of Pediatrics

rates of severe injuries that lead to admission or death have not changed … tices, overall sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) rates have not …

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Sleep for Preterm Infants to Reduce the Risk of SIDS

Neoreviews

Compare the prevalence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) among preterm and term infants. 2. Delineate the developmental period at which …

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Mom warns against co-sleeping after infant’s death: ‘Not worth the pain and heartache’

Fox News

“This kind of death has a lot in common with sudden unexpected deaths in infancy, which can be related to unsafe sleeping, such as co-sleeping with …

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Booneville police provide update on infant’s death

WTVA

BOONEVILLE, Miss. (WTVA) – An infant appears to have been left in a vehicle for several hours before being discovered by Booneville police officers.

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Barron County authorities investigating infant death

WQOW TV News 18

Barron County (WQOW) – Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said his team is investigating an infant death in the county Tuesday morning. Few other details are …

Barron County Sheriff’s Department investigating infant’s death – Ashland Daily Press

Barron County officials investigating death of an infant – WEAU

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Barron County sheriff provides update on infant death case

WQOW TV News 18

Barron County (WQOW) – We now know it was a 10-month-old baby that died in Barron County on Tuesday. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald …

Infant death in Barron County – WEAU

Death of baby being investigated – Ashland Daily Press

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Infant death under investigation in Siskiyou County

KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2

SISKIYOU COUNTY, Ore. – The death of an infant is under investigation in Siskiyou County. Investigators said on the evening of August 14, a woman …

Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office investigating infant death at campground – Action News Now

Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office investigating death of infant at campground – KDRV

Infant dies at Twin Arrows Campground, investigation ongoing – KTVL

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Somerset couple charged with theft after faking pregnancy, baby’s death

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

A Somerset County couple was charged Thursday with multiple counts of theft after allegedly faking a pregnancy as well as a baby’s birth and death in …

Couple allegedly faked pregnancy, baby’s birth and death in scam: report – New York Daily News

US couple used doll to fake newborn baby’s death for cash – 7NEWS

Pennsylvania couple accused of faking baby’s birth, death to collect cash and gifts – Fox News

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Neighbors have concerns over death of Columbia infant as investigation continues

krcgtv.com

Neighbors have concerns over death of Columbia infant as investigation … to reach out to anyone who knew anything about the infant’s death.

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Neighbors have concerns over death of Columbia infant as investigation continues

krcgtv.com

COLUMBIA — An autopsy Friday revealed no new information about an infant who was found dead in Columbia. An employee of McKnight Tire found …

Columbia police seek help to identify body of baby – Mexico Ledger

Baby’s body found near parking lot in Columbia – Jefferson City News Tribune

Baby’s body found near parking lot in Columbia – KMBC Kansas City

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Bloomington man charged in baby’s death has ‘extreme temper problem,’ court documents say

Indianapolis Star

Before he was charged with murder in the death of his girlfriend’s 2-month-old boy, there were signs of Dakota King’s problematic behavior, according …

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Mother charged with murder 9 months after infant’s death

Las Vegas Review-Journal

The baby was rushed to Summerlin Hospital Medical Center in cardiac arrest and was diagnosed with a brain bleed. He died at University Medical …

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Our Opinion: Infant death statistics hit home in St. Joseph County

South Bend Tribune

As The Tribune reported, the rate of infant death in St. Joseph County in 2018 was higher than the national and state averages, and black families …

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Gloversville police investigating infant’s death

Albany Times Union

GLOVERSVILLE — City police are investigating after an infant died early Wednesday. Someone called 911 at 2:08 a.m. to report an infant was …

Police investigating death of infant in Gloversville – NEWS10 ABC

Infant death in Gloversville under investigation – fultoncountyexpress.com

Gloversville police investigating death of an infant – WRGB

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Babysitter charged with manslaughter in infant’s death pleads not guilty

Hawaii News Now

HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) – The babysitter charged with manslaughter in the death of a 7-month-old baby pleaded not guilty in court …

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Police investigating infant’s death in Gloversville

The Daily Gazette

GLOVERSVILLE – Police are investigating the death of an infant in Gloversville early Wednesday, police said. Police didn’t characterize the infant’s …

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Despite recall, some daycare centers still using inclined sleepers blamed in infant deaths

CBS News

Hailey and Ty Hampton lost one of their twin boys, 13-week old Liam, in February. “He was our little baby, our little cuddle buddy,” said Ty.

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Donation aims to improve infant mortality rate

Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Allen County’s infant mortality rate was 7.3 per 1,000 live births in 2017, state data show. That’s above the national rate of 5.8 per 1,000 live births.

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No contact order lifted for father accused in baby’s death

Minnesota Public Radio News

A Minnesota judge has lifted a no contact order for a man accused of killing his infant son, allowing the defendant to have contact with his pregnant …

No contact order lifted for father accused in baby’s death – KBJR 6

No contact order lifted for Minnesota father accused in baby’s death – Redwood Falls Gazette

Baby boy was too ‘fussy’ & ‘difficult,’ dad says after dropping him on his head & killing him: Docs – CrimeOnline

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Infant care at Crossgates Methodist Children’s Center in Brandon suspended until further notice

WLBT

Infant care at Crossgates Methodist Children’s Center in Brandon … of a Brandon childcare facility until further notice after the death of an infant.

Infant dies, license for infant care suspended at Brandon daycare facility – WJTV

State suspends license of Mississippi child care center where infant died – Jackson Clarion Ledger

LIVE: Infant care suspended at Brandon child care facility after baby dies – WAPT Jackson

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Garland Police Investigating Infant Death In Hot Car

CBS Dallas / Fort Worth

GARLAND, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Garland Police confirm a 9-month-old has died after being left in a hot car. Police said the call came in at 5:15 …

Infant Found Dead Inside Car, Garland Police Investigating – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

9-month-old girl found dead in vehicle at Garland car wash, police say – Dallas News

Baby found dead inside car, Garland police say – WFAA.com

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St. Joseph County infant death rate among worst in nation, black families most affected

South Bend Tribune

SOUTH BEND — In 2018, the rate of infant death in St. Joseph County was higher than the national and state average, and black families were the …

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DNA profile of unknown person indicted in infant’s death

fox2now.com

WHEATON, Ill. – The DuPage County state’s attorney’s office has indicted the DNA profile of a person suspected in the death three years ago of an …

Prosecutors indict DNA profile of woman in infant’s 2016 death – New York Post

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CDC: US infant mortality rate has stabilized

Becker’s Hospital Review

The U.S. infant mortality rate appears to have stabilized at 5.79 infant deaths per 1,000 live births in 2017, which is not statistically different from the …

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Niagara Falls woman arraigned in infant’s death

WGRZ.com

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — A 30-year-old Niagara Falls woman is being held on $100,000 bail following her arraignment on charges in the death of a …

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Babysitter Arrested, Charged in Infant’s Death

Spectrum News

After months of investigating, a Niagara Falls woman is now behind bars for the death of a baby girl. Samantha Klein, 30, was arraigned in Niagara …

Babysitter charged with murder of baby in Niagara Falls – WKBW-TV

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DNA profile of unknown person indicted in Illinois infant’s death

KWQC-TV6

WHEATON, Ill. (AP) – The DuPage County state’s attorney’s office has indicted the DNA profile of a person suspected in the death three years ago of …

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Utah man arrested for smothering baby to death faces murder charges

KUTV 2News

(KUTV) — A Logan, Utah, man faces multiple felony charges for smothering a 12-month-old infant to death. Kyle Taylor Gooch, 30, was charged with …

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Man tied to shooting that led to infant’s death now in jail, Austin police say

Austin American-Statesman

A man who was identified in an arrest warrant affidavit filed on Monday as a suspect in a South Austin shooting in July that resulted in the death of an …

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Infant death rate in St. Joseph Co. one of worst in US, especially among African-Americans

WSBT-TV

The infant mortality rate in St. Joseph County is among the worst in the … with the County Health Department, the leading cause for that death rate is …

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Infant Mortality in the United States, 2017: Data From the Period Linked Birth/Infant Death File

CDC

Methods—Descriptive tabulations of data are presented and interpreted for infant deaths and infant mortality rates using the. 2017 period linked …

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abused and neglected children for many years.

this article submitted by long time CASA guardian ad Litem Mike Tikkanen