Florida Man Charged in Death of Toddler
Deric Young alleged to have fatally struck 14-month-old Ky’meria German while caring for her and her twin brother.
TALLAHASSEE, FL – A 25-year-old man faces serious charges after the tragic death of a 14-month-old girl, Ky’meria German. Deric Young was arrested on Tuesday and charged with murder and aggravated child abuse following allegations that he killed the infant while in charge of her care.
Incident Details
Tallahassee Police responded on Monday to reports of an unresponsive child and promptly transported the baby girl to a hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. According to police, initial investigations revealed signs of foul play. During the subsequent inquiry, Young, who was present at the scene, initially denied any wrongdoing but later confessed to the crime.
In a chilling affidavit, Young described how he had repeatedly punched Ky’meria in the head. “After breakdown and admitting to the abuse, he expressed remorse for his actions,” the document detailed. He initially claimed he was merely “playing” and didn’t intend to harm her.
Autopsy Findings
An autopsy painted a grim picture of Ky’meria’s injuries, revealing that she sustained multiple strikes to the head with a closed fist, contributing to her untimely death. The investigation further found that one of her legs was broken in a manner that would have caused significant pain and hindered her movement.
Family’s Grief
Ky’meria’s mother, Nickalya Walker, expressing her heartbreak over the loss, stated, “My baby didn’t deserve that. She was a sweet baby. Why would you harm an innocent baby?” Ky’meria is survived by her mother and two brothers, including her twin sibling, who was unharmed during the incident.
Community Response
This shocking case has drawn attention in the Tallahassee community, raising questions about child safety and caregiving. As the investigation continues, the community grieves for the innocent life taken too soon.
No further updates are available regarding the court proceedings against Young, but all eyes will be on this developing story as it unfolds.
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