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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayJuly 31, 2026Hillsborough

Lakeland woman charged with aggravated child abuse following infant's death

A 23-year-old Lakeland woman has been charged with aggravated child abuse after allegedly throwing her infant into a playpen. The child later died from injuries sustained during the incident.

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Why It Matters

A criminal investigation is underway regarding the death of an infant, which has resulted in felony charges against the child's mother.

Key Facts

  • A 23-year-old woman from Lakeland is facing charges of aggravated child abuse.
  • The suspect confessed to detectives that she threw her infant into a playpen located on a tile floor.
  • The infant was transported to a hospital where he subsequently died from his injuries.
  • The Lakeland Police Department is the lead agency on the case.

Who's Mentioned

organizationLakeland Police Department“The agency investigating the incident and filing charges.”locationLakeland“The city where the incident occurred.”