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Louisiana Mother Charged With First-Degree Murder in New Year’s Day Shooting Death of 1-Year-Old

Court records also list a direct contempt charge, with police asking the public for tips.

Overview

  • Officers in Sulphur, Louisiana, responded on Jan. 1 and found 1-year-old Acelynn Moss shot and deceased inside a home.
  • The child's mother, identified as Kristin/Kristen Bass, 28, was arrested and booked on a first-degree murder charge with bond set at $10 million.
  • Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office records show an additional count of direct contempt of court, though officials have not detailed what prompted it.
  • The victim’s father, Bradley Moss, told local media that Bass said she had "sent" the baby "to God" and suggested intent toward their 2-year-old, claims authorities have not confirmed as motive.
  • The surviving toddler is in Department of Children and Family Services custody, investigators say the case remains open, and tips can be directed to Sgt. Jeremy Cain at 337-527-4558.