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Shelbyville Caregiver Faces Level 1 Neglect Charge in Death of 22-Month-Old

Police requested an autopsy, with investigators seeking public tips.

Overview

  • Officers responded to a Hale Road home around 10:46 p.m. Wednesday on a report of an unresponsive child.
  • Police said they met Sophie Igou outside beside her 22-month-old, who was reportedly laid out in the driveway.
  • Officers attempted to render aid, but the child was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the department.
  • Igou was preliminarily charged with neglect of a dependent causing death, a Level 1 felony, with additional charges pending.
  • The Shelbyville Police Department asked anyone with information to call (317) 392-5106 as the investigation continues.