Parents Charged For Infant’s Death In Belmont

BELMONT, N.C. — Police say they arrested a couple for the death of their infant child in Belmont.  The incident was originally reported on March 13, 2021 at a home on Acme Road.  Investigators say they responded to a home in reference to an unresponsive infant.  The child was pronounced dead on the scene, according to a news release.

An investigation was launched and on February 8th, the Gaston County Criminal Investigations Unit arrested Rocky Beatty Jr. and Brittany Canipe for the death of the infant.  They have both been charged with 2nd degree homicide, according to police.

Both parents are currently incarcerated at the Gaston County Jail under a hold awaiting their first court appearance.  Anyone with information on this case is asked to call Crimestoppers at 704-861-8000.