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Capital Murder Charges in Child's Death
2 Sep
Summary
- A 4-year-old girl died from severe injuries, including electrical burns.
- James Richard Ivey faces capital murder charges after the child's death.
- The child's mother, Tiffany Edwards, also faces multiple serious charges.
Authorities have upgraded charges against an Emmet man to capital murder following the death of a 4-year-old girl. James Richard Ivey, 33, is now facing the most serious charge after the child succumbed to her injuries on Sunday. Ivey had initially been arrested on felony charges including rape and battery.
The investigation began last Wednesday when deputies responded to a local hospital. Medical personnel were treating the child for severe injuries, including extensive bruising, lacerations, and electrical burns. The child was transferred to a children's hospital but tragically passed away.
Tiffany Edwards, 28, the victim's mother, has also been arrested and charged with capital murder, endangering the welfare of a minor, kidnapping, and domestic battery. The circumstances surrounding the child's severe injuries remain under investigation by the Arkansas State Police.
