Force daughter to drink gasoline

Edgar James BridgemonA 24-year-old Texas father has been arrested for allegedly forcing his 4-month-old daughter to drink gasoline.

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More details on Edgar James Bridgemon’s allegations

According to a report published by Law & Crime Bridgemon is now facing charges of attempted murder and evading arrest, according to the agency, which reported on August 13. The 24-year-old was initially being held in Paris, Texas, on at least $250,000 bail.

However, Law & Crime It is unclear whether Bridgemon has hired an attorney.

A father in Paris, Texas, has been charged with attempted murder after he allegedly doused his newborn baby with gasoline, police said.

Paris Police Department told WEAZEL NEWS that Edgar James Bridgemon, 24, was also charged with evading arrest. pic.twitter.com/VIB6glGLOI

— Weazel News Network (@WNNWeazelNEWS) August 14, 2024

Here’s What a 24-Year-Old Texas Father Allegedly Did

According to the source, authorities arrived at a residence on Saturday, August 10. Fox 4 News added that the child’s mother called an ambulance.

Furthermore, when police arrived, they allegedly learned that the infant had been “intentionally” given gasoline by Bridgemon. According to USA TodayThe mother “temporarily” left the child in Brigdemon’s care.

“[The mother] gave the child to officers and said the child’s father had actually given him gasoline. The child was still breathing. The child was awake and crying,” Paris police Captain Terry Bull is reported to have recounted. Fox 4 News.

Bridgemon was reportedly at the scene when police arrived and allegedly attempted to flee on foot.

“Bridgemon admitted to giving the child gasoline with the intent to end the child’s life,” authorities explained in a news release. Law & Crime.

Additionally, the child’s mother is said to have spoken to Fox 4 News about Bridgemon’s alleged actions.

“It was horrible. I thought I could never trust anyone with my child again,” the mother, who wished to remain anonymous, explained. “…I asked him, ‘Why does it smell like gas? Why does it smell like gas in my house?’”

VIDEO: Texas man tried to kill 4-month-old daughter by feeding her gasoline, police allege @FOX4 THAN: https://t.co/WW64blMLlA

“The real reason we were able to arrest him at that time was because of his confession.” pic.twitter.com/asFd7FwT8R

— David Sentendrey (@DavidSFOX4) August 14, 2024

How is your 4 month old baby?

According to Law & CrimeThe newborn was taken to a facility in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for medical treatment. Fox 4 News It was recently reported that the newborn is being cared for at Children’s Medical Center.

“I just want my baby home. I want to hold my baby again. It breaks my heart; it really does,” the mother told the news agency.

Meanwhile, Law & Crime noted that Bridgemon could face “life in prison” if convicted of his charges. Furthermore, USA Today added that the investigation into the incident was still ongoing as of Tuesday, August 13.

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