An 8-year-old girl was hospitalized with a fractured skull after a man threw a rock into a school bus in Teaneck, New Jersey. The suspect, Hernando Garciamorales, was arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including assault and endangering a child. The incident occurred during a school trip, and the girl underwent surgery and is expected to recover.
A 2-year-old in Georgia was critically injured after a gun left on a nightstand by the father accidentally discharged on Christmas morning, with the child undergoing surgery and the investigation ongoing.
A volunteer chaplain for Eden Prairie police is under investigation for a hit-and-run that critically injured a 2-year-old girl, with the suspect reportedly involved in distracted driving and the vehicle matching debris at the scene. The chaplain has been suspended pending investigation results.
A mass shooting occurred in Northwest Baltimore on Queensberry Avenue, injuring six people including a 5-year-old girl who was shot in the hand. One man is in critical condition, and the victims' ages range from 23 to 52. The incident happened during what neighbors described as a block party, and police are investigating the circumstances.
A 4-year-old was bitten by a mountain lion fitted with a tracking collar while walking with family on a trail in Olympic National Park, Washington. The child was flown to a trauma center for treatment, and the park staff dispatched and killed the animal. No current threats to the public are reported.
A 4-year-old child was bitten by a mountain lion fitted with a tracking collar while walking with family on a trail in Olympic National Park, Washington. The child was flown to a trauma center for treatment, and the park authorities dispatched and likely euthanized the animal. No current threats to the public are reported.
A four-year-old was attacked by a mountain lion at Olympic National Park in Washington, but the animal was later located and dispatched by park officials. The child was airlifted to a trauma center and is receiving treatment. The incident highlights the importance of safety precautions in wildlife habitats, especially around mountain lions, which are generally rare but potentially dangerous.
A 9-year-old girl was bitten by a shark while snorkeling in Florida, but thanks to quick action by bystanders and medical professionals, her hand was successfully reattached after a complex surgery. The incident highlights the dangers of shark encounters and the importance of prompt emergency response.
A Texas mother, Alandria Seabron, was arrested and her baby taken away after her infant was found with a broken arm and internal fractures, which her parents believe are due to a genetic bone condition called rickets. Despite evidence suggesting a medical issue, she was indicted on charges of reckless injury, but her daughter was eventually returned to her in March. The case highlights concerns over medical misunderstandings and child protective services' involvement.
A 4-year-old boy was attacked by a cow elk at a playground in Estes Park, marking the second such incident in days. The boy was treated and released from the hospital. The attacks are linked to elk calving season, during which cow elk can become aggressive to protect their hidden calves. The playground and parts of a nearby trail are closed, and warning signs have been posted.
A baby died and another child was hospitalized with injuries after they were found on the northbound 405 Freeway in Westchester, prompting an investigation by the California Highway Patrol. The baby, estimated to be 5-6 months old, suffered major injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other child, about 7-9 years old, was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries. It is unknown how the minors arrived on the freeway, and authorities are requesting the public's assistance in the investigation.
A 33-year-old St. Paul man has been charged after his 13-year-old niece accidentally shot his 11-year-old son in the head with a revolver, seriously injuring him. The man, Martinez Castillo Lloyd, is facing charges of illegal possession of a firearm and negligent storage of firearms. The incident occurred while the children were playing with the firearms, which were kept in an easily accessible, unlocked drawer in a closet. Due to a prior felony conviction, Lloyd is not allowed to possess a firearm or ammunition. The boy remains in critical condition, and Lloyd's first court appearance is scheduled for Tuesday morning.
A child in Boston suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Congress and Sleeper streets near the Boston Children's Museum. The child, described as a juvenile victim, was transported to the hospital, and the cause of the crash is under investigation by the police.
A Texas mom, Jennifer Lynn Rossi, was arrested for allegedly mixing a drink containing lemon, salt, and vinegar in a sports bottle, which was given to her son to prevent bullies from stealing it at school. A classmate later drank the concoction and was hospitalized, but has since been discharged and is doing well. Rossi, who claimed to be a nurse and knew the mixture was nontoxic, has been charged with injury to a child causing bodily injury and has posted bond. Her son will also face disciplinary actions according to the school's policies.
A Texas mother was arrested and charged with injury to a child causing bodily injury after a student was hospitalized for drinking a mixture she had intentionally made to prevent her son's drink from being stolen at school by other students. The drink, containing lemon, salt, and vinegar, was given to a classmate by her son and resulted in the child feeling nauseous and developing a headache. The mother claimed she did it to stop the bullies at her son's school, but officials emphasized that there is never an excuse to take matters into your own hands and injure a child.