Mother Arrested, Charged with Felony Murder in Daughter’s Death
Gadsden Police have arrested Leslie Denise Wilson, 35, and charged her with felony murder in connection with the death of her 12-year-old daughter. Prosecutors allege the child died as a result of ongoing and extreme medical and/or physical neglect. The…
Birmingham, AL, September 29, 2026 —
Gadsden Police announced the arrest of Leslie Denise Wilson, 35, who has been charged with felony murder. The charges stem from the death of her 12-year-old daughter.
According to prosecutors, the child’s death is alleged to have resulted from ongoing and extreme medical and/or physical neglect. The 12-year-old daughter, who had cerebral palsy, was reportedly discovered in a state of severe neglect. Authorities stated the child was found malnourished and dehydrated.
An autopsy was conducted, and the results ruled the manner of death as homicide. Further details regarding the timeline of events or specific findings from the autopsy were not immediately available. The Gadsden Police Department is continuing its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child’s death. Information concerning the status of any legal proceedings or potential trial dates was not provided. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Morgan Hightower, Reggie Kyle on www.wbrc.com, see more information here.
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