Alabama – An Alabama parent was arrested early on Friday following the death of her chiId, 5-month-old. The 35-year-old woman, M. Tornton, was initially charged with aggravated chiId abuse after deputies from the Sheriff’s Office found her 5-month-old chiId severeIy beaten at their residence in Alabama. The charge was later upgraded to capitaI murder after the chiId tragicaIIy died from his injuries.
Deputies responded to a medical call involving an lnfant at approximately 12:48 a.m. on August 1. Upon arrival, they discovered the infant with severe injuries. The parent was subsequently arrested and booked into the county jail. She is currently being held without bond.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child’s death is ongoing. Alabama authorities have not released specific details about the nature of the injuries or the events leading up to the incident. The Sheriff’s Office continues to gather information and conduct interviews as part of their investigation…