NEWTON, N.C. — Deputies say foul play is suspected in the death of a 9-month-old in Catawba County. Deputies responded to a report of a suspicious person just before 5am on Friday, July 12th near Section House Road.
When deputies arrived on the scene, they located a woman who seemed disoriented, according to a news release. Deputies followed the woman to her residence on Tanglewood Drive where they discovered the infant was dead inside.
The infant is the daughter of the woman in question, according to a news release. Investigators say foul play is suspected and they are consulting with the DA’s office to determine if charges will be filed. Autopsy results are pending at this time.
The woman was admitted to a local hospital for treatment.
Anyone with information concerning this investigation is asked to contact the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office at 828-465-8340.
