Thompson RCMP are reporting that a 26-year-old woman from the area was recently arrested and charged after abusing a 5-month old infant at a local residence.
Members of the Thompson RCMP detachment were recently called to a residence located on Ashberry Place, after a request for assistance. Upon arrival at the scene, a loud disturbance could be heard from within the unit. Upon entry, officers discovered two adult females, ages 26 and 41, arguing after the 26-year-old had dropped a 5-month old infant on the floor multiple times.
Officers located the child hidden in an entertainment unit. EMS were called and subsequently transported the infant to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police say that upon discharge from the hospital, the infant was released into the care of a relative.
RCMP report that the 26-year-old female, from Thompson, was charged with criminal negligence causing bodily harm and failing to provide the necessaries of life. She was later released from custody for a future court appearance in Thompson.
