Indiana Daycare Worker Arrested After Police Say an Infant Was Injured When a Crib Broke

A daycare worker in Bloomington, Indiana, has been arrested on allegations of battery involving an infant in her care, Indiana Public Media reported on Oct. 8. According to the outlet, the arrest followed a police investigation into an incident at a Monroe County childcare facility.

The Bloomingtonian reported that police allege the worker forcefully rocked a crib until its bottom broke, causing a 1-year-old to fall through and sustain injuries. Local 12, carrying a syndicated account of the case, reported that the former employee faces battery and neglect charges in connection with the incident.

The allegations have not been proven in court. Further details, including the facility's response and the child's condition, are in the original reporting at the source link.