Louisville, Kentucky – A Kentucky man is facing severe felony charges after police say he caused life-threatening injuries to his girlfriend’s young child during a diaper change, leaving the victim hospitalized in critical condition.
Officials allege the incident involved a level of force so extreme that medical professionals identified the toddler’s injuries as consistent with abusive head trauma. The case has prompted strong concern from investigators and child welfare authorities.
Incident Overview
Police arrested Jorge Jesus Perez-Ramirez, 29, on Wednesday in connection with a disturbing incident that reportedly took place on October 14. According to investigators, Perez-Ramirez had custody of his girlfriend’s child at the time of the alleged assault.
Authorities said the child was taken to an urgent care facility with serious injuries. Medical staff immediately recognized the severity and contacted emergency services. The victim was rushed to a children’s hospital for a full evaluation…