The manslaughter trial for 33-year-old Lubbock father, Adam Canales Jr., who is accused of fatally dosing his 2-month-old daughter with allergy medication, began Monday.
What We Know
A panel of five men, seven women, and one alternate juror was chosen to hear the case against Canales, who is charged with manslaughter for the July 11th, 2021, death of his baby girl, Athena.
According to court documents discussed by the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, Canales gave the baby allergy medication because she was suffering from colic and had been awake all night, crying. The medication was clearly labeled that it was not for children, and the couple admitted to utilizing the medication in the past so that they could have “adult time” to themselves.
Parents Out On Bond
The mother of Athena, 25-year-old Sara Mills, has also been charged with manslaughter. The pair, who were arrested on January 27th, 2022, have been out on bond awaiting trial…..