Former Army Private Charged with Assault and Sexual Abuse of Newborn: A Shocking Case from Virginia
A former Army private in Virginia has been charged with shaking and dropping a newborn girl, resulting in skull fractures and other injuries. He pleaded guilty to assault and sexual abuse charges. The man, whose identity is protected, also allegedly sexually abused his wife. The incidents occurred in 2012 and 2013, leading to severe injuries for the infant, who now suffers from blindness, paralysis, and other disabilities. The man faces a potential life sentence when he is sentenced in August. The crimes took place at Fort Belvoir, located about 100 miles north of Richmond.