More details have been released in the case of an infant hospitalized following an early morning incident at a Kosciusko hotel.
Kosciusko Police Chief, Greg Collins says the child’s mother was working in Leake County when she received a call from the baby’s father, who told her the infant was not breathing. The mother then called 911.
The father transported the baby to the emergency room, and Kosciusko Police Department officers responded to the scene as well as the hospital. While investigating the incident, officers determined that the infant had been assaulted.
Police have charged 25-year-old Jeremiah Banks of Leake County with domestic violence – aggravated assault. He is currently being held without bond.
The condition of the infant has not been released at this time. This remains an active investigation. Breezy News will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.
