Woman Charged with Criminal Neglect After Infant's Death in Elizabeth Downs
A 31-year-old woman has been charged with criminal neglect following the death of a nine-month-old boy in Elizabeth Downs, Adelaide's northern suburbs.
A 31-year-old woman has been charged with criminal neglect following the death of a nine-month-old boy in Elizabeth Downs, Adelaide's northern suburbs. Emergency services were called to a residence on Midlow Road on Wednesday evening where the infant was found unresponsive. Police have commenced an investigation into the circumstances of the death, and a report is being prepared for the coroner.
Incident Details
Emergency services were dispatched to a residence on Midlow Road, Elizabeth Downs, at approximately 8 PM on Wednesday evening. Reports indicated that a nine-month-old baby boy was unresponsive. Paramedics attended the scene, but efforts to revive the infant were unsuccessful.
Investigation and Charge
Northern District detectives initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the infant's death. Following their inquiries, a 31-year-old woman from the property was charged with criminal neglect. She has been released on bail.
The charged woman is scheduled to appear in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court on April 14.
Official Statements
The Department of Child Protection has acknowledged the death. The department stated that it is unable to provide further comments while the police investigation is ongoing.
A report concerning the incident will be prepared for the coroner.