Child Dies at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — One person has been arrested after a Kentucky child died at the East Tennessee Children’s Hospital on Sunday, July 30.
Signs of Physical and Sexual Abuse
According to Bell County Commonwealth Attorney Lisa Fugate, the 17-month-old girl had signs of physical and sexual abuse. The child was taken to the children’s hospital on July 28 where the hospital staff attempted to save her by putting her on life support.
Death Due to Severe Injuries
However, Fugate said the child died on July 30 due to the severity of her injuries.
Investigation and Arrest
While medical care was administered, Middlesboro Police officers began investigating who was responsible for abusing the child, according to WATE’s media partner, WRIL. Officers interviewed the child’s mother, Erica Lawson, of Middlesboro, Ky.
After the interview, Lawson was arrested in connection to the child’s death, WRIL said. She has been charged with second-degree manslaughter, failure to report child neglect/abuse, first-degree criminal abuse against a child under 12 and first-degree wanton endangerment.
Arraignment and Bond
According to an update from WRIL, Lawson has been arraigned in Bell County District Court. The media partner said her bond has been set for a $1,000,000 cash bond in her case and the next court appearance will be Aug. 10.
Department of Child Services Assistance
The Department of Child Services is assisting the Middlesboro Police Department in the investigation. WRIL added that another arrest is expected.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
- SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- SDG 3.4: By 2030, reduce by one-third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being.
- SDG 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation.
- SDG 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- Indicator for SDG 3.4: Number of cases of child abuse and neglect reported and investigated.
- Indicator for SDG 5.2: Number of cases of violence against women and girls reported and investigated.
- Indicator for SDG 16.2: Number of cases of child abuse and exploitation reported and investigated.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being | Target 3.4: By 2030, reduce by one-third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being. | Indicator: Number of cases of child abuse and neglect reported and investigated. |
| SDG 5: Gender Equality | Target 5.2: Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation. | Indicator: Number of cases of violence against women and girls reported and investigated. |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | Target 16.2: End abuse, exploitation, trafficking, and all forms of violence against and torture of children. | Indicator: Number of cases of child abuse and exploitation reported and investigated. |
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