Washington – A Washington woman was taken into custody last week and is now facing charges of attempted murder in the first degree and first-degree assaaIt of a chiId. She was taken into custody by deputies after investigators identified her in a probe into severe injuries sustained by her baby.
According to the Washington authorities, the 2-month-old was brought to the emergency room in Bremerton last month by the child’s father because the baby was vomiting and showing other concerning symptoms. Medical staff identified a brain bIeed and multiple fractures in various stages of healing, and the child was later transferred for additional treatment. Physicians told investigators the brain bIeed was consistent with shaking and that the pattern and number of fractures indicated non-accidental trauma.
Washington authorities and the unit handling general investigations say their inquiry focused on who had care of the child when the injuries occurred. Investigators reviewed medical findings, interviewed family members and others who had contact with the child, and examined messages and other evidence recovered during the probe. After presenting the case to the prosecuting attorney’s office, charges were filed and a warrant was issued. Multiple local agencies assisted with locating and arresting the mother, 27-year-old S. McNase…