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Dresden-Gorbitz Infant Death: 30-Year-Old Held in Pretrial Detention

Prosecutors opened a manslaughter investigation following reports of fatal head injuries to the nine-month-old.

Overview

  • Investigators say the injuries were inflicted on September 2 in the mother's apartment in the Dresden-Gorbitz district.
  • Authorities allege the mother's partner, a 30-year-old German, caused severe head trauma to the child.
  • The baby died from the injuries, according to statements from the Dresden prosecutor's office and police.
  • The suspect was arrested on Thursday, and an investigating judge ordered Untersuchungshaft shortly thereafter.
  • Officials report the man has significant prior convictions and was on probation at the time, with further details withheld as inquiries continue.