Emergency personnel were dispatched to a residence early Tuesday afternoon in response to reports of an unresponsive infant. The child was transported to a local hospital, where medical staff identified severe injuries. The nature of those injuries has not been disclosed, and the child’s current condition has not been released.
Following preliminary inquiries, law enforcement officers detained the babysitter at the scene. Her identity is being withheld pending the filing of formal charges. Investigators have not commented on the circumstances that led to the injuries but indicated that the case appears to involve suspicious elements.
Child protective services have been notified and are cooperating with police and medical authorities to ensure the safety of the child and to assist with the ongoing inquiry.
The Miami Valley Police Department stated that additional information will be provided as the investigation progresses and has urged anyone with relevant details to contact the department’s tip line.