Elizabethtown Man Charged with Murder in Toddler’s Death
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – A 20-year-old man from Elizabethtown, Kentucky, has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the death of an 18-month-old toddler.
On Tuesday, January 7, Terrance Corbin was babysitting two young children when he reportedly noticed the toddler was not breathing normally. According to Public Affairs Officer Chris Denham, Corbin contacted the children’s mother to inform her of the situation and later called 911 when the child’s condition worsened. Emergency responders arrived promptly and transported the toddler to Norton Children’s Hospital for treatment.
Medical professionals determined that the child had suffered severe injuries, including substantial bleeding around her scalp and face and multiple skull fractures. Despite medical intervention, the 18-month-old succumbed to her injuries on Thursday, just two days after being hospitalized.
Following the child’s death, authorities arrested Corbin and charged him with murder. He is currently being held at the Hardin County Detention Center as the investigation continues.
Details regarding the circumstances that led to the child’s injuries have not yet been disclosed, and investigators are working to determine the full scope of events. The tragic incident has left the local community in shock, as friends, neighbors, and family mourn the loss of the young child.
The case highlights the critical responsibility of caregivers and the importance of vigilance when it comes to the safety and well-being of children. Law enforcement officials urge anyone with relevant information about the case to come forward as they work to uncover additional details.
As the legal process unfolds, the focus remains on ensuring justice for the child and providing support to the grieving family. Updates regarding the case and any new developments are expected to be shared by authorities in the coming days.
