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Tragic Death: Woman Accused of Fatally Slamming Baby, Covering Bruises With Makeup – POLICE UPDATE

By Alex Share with new partner:   Share
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Brookhaven neighborhood (30319) – A Georgia woman has been arrested after allegedly fatally slamming a baby inside a playpen and then attempting to cover the child’s bruises with makeup, police said. The infant was found unresponsive in a Brookhaven apartment early Tuesday, and investigators later confirmed the child had suffered fatal head trauma. According to an affidavit, the woman tried to conceal visible injuries before authorities arrived. The shocking case has left the community heartbroken and outraged, with child advocates renewing calls for stronger protections against abuse. The suspect now faces charges of murder and child cruelty as the investigation continues.

Tragic Death: Woman Accused of Fatally Slamming Baby, Covering Bruises With Makeup – POLICE UPDATE

Key Facts

  • BREAKING: Woman arrested after baby found dead with concealed injuries.

  • IMPACT: Infant fatally injured, family and community devastated.

  • OFFICIAL SOURCE: “She attempted to hide the bruises with makeup,” – Police affidavit.

  • ACTION: Authorities urge public to report suspected child abuse immediately.

Impact Of Local News

  1. Precise Location:
    Brookhaven neighborhood (30319) – near Briarwood Park, Atlanta.

  2. Community Connection:
    “It’s heartbreaking and sickening—this little one had no chance.”
    – Linda Watkins, nearby daycare worker.

  3. Visual Proof:
    @ATLNeighbor – Taken during police presence at Briarwood Apartments

Exclusive Angle

  • WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
    Case underscores rising concerns about child abuse fatalities in Georgia homes this year.

  • DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE:
    DeKalb County Police Department incident report

Crisis Response

  • IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
    » Georgia Child Protective Services: 1-855-GA-CHILD
    » National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453

  • OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:
    “If you suspect child abuse, don’t stay silent—your call could save a life.”
    – Chief Robert Hines, DeKalb County Police Department.

Community Pulse

“VOTE: Should child abuse cases carry automatic life sentences?
👍 Yes, stricter punishment 👎 No, case-by-case
Share your thoughts – lawmakers reviewing feedback”

Update Log

  • 7:45 AM: Baby found unresponsive in apartment playpen.

  • 8:30 AM: Medical examiner confirms fatal head trauma.

  • 9:15 AM: Woman arrested, charged with murder and child cruelty.

Alex
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