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Alberta Day Home Trial: Paramedics Detail Infant's Last Moments
21 Jul
Summary
- Paramedics found baby gray with vomit, Backs appeared hysterical.
- Backs claimed baby choked on apple sauce; video showed abnormal breathing.
- Officers noted head injuries and asymmetrical head shape.
Day one of the trial for Kyra Backs, charged with second-degree murder in a baby's death, featured emotional testimony from paramedics and RCMP officers. Responding to a cardiac arrest report on October 6, 2022, paramedics found the infant in Backs' care appearing grey and in distress, with Backs described as hysterical.
Backs initially stated the baby choked on apple sauce. However, a video shown to paramedics revealed abnormal breathing patterns, potentially indicating severe brain injury. Paramedics performed life-saving measures and noted a bump on the infant's head during transport.
RCMP officers later observed unusual injuries, including an asymmetrical head shape, and possible signs of shaken baby syndrome. The trial, taking place in Peace River, is scheduled to continue through the end of the month.
