CLAREMONT, CA – A male juvenile is in custody on suspicion of murder following the tragic death of an infant girl in Los Angeles County, local authorities announced Tuesday night.
Emergency Response On Lynoak Drive
Claremont Police Department officers rushed to the 1400 block of Lynoak Drive just after 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30, following reports of a severe medical emergency.
According to an official police news release, responding officers determined that the infant had been thrown to the floor by a juvenile inside the residence. Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel immediately transported the baby girl to Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center for emergency treatment.
Infant Succumbs To Injuries
Due to the critical severity of her injuries, the baby girl was later transferred to the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. Despite medical efforts, she tragically passed away.
The suspect was taken into custody at the scene without incident. After being processed at the Claremont Police Department jail, he was transferred to Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall and booked on suspicion of murder.
Investigation and Arraignment
Because of the suspect’s status as a minor, authorities have not released his identity or age. An official arraignment hearing has been scheduled for Thursday, July 2.
The investigation remains active. Claremont Police are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to contact them directly at 909-399-5411. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline.
