21-year-old Jalyn Smith-Jermott charged with murder, felony assault in 3-month-old son's death; baby's father, Eric Johnson, faces felony child abuse.
Jalyn Simone Smith-Jermott, 21, has been charged with murder and felony assault in the death of her 3-month-old son in Porter Ranch, California. The infant was found unresponsive in his bassinet on September 10 and later pronounced dead. The baby's father, Eric Shannon Johnson, 35, faces a felony child abuse charge. Both have pleaded not guilty. Smith-Jermott could face 25 years to life if convicted, while Johnson faces up to six years. Arraignment is pending.
October 12, 2024
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