The Columbia Police Department have made an arrest after initiating a child abuse complaint on Tuesday, February 6, regarding a 4-week old infant. Initial investigation began when Officers responded to TJ Samson Columbia where the baby was brought in with serious injuries before being flown to Norton’s Children’s Hospital in Louisville. The baby was later found to have multiple broken bones, including a fractured skull.
The Infants father, Steven Powell, 19, of Columbia was placed in custody today, February 8. Powell has been charged with criminal abuse 1st degree (child under 12), a class B felony. The investigation is ongoing with more charges and arrests possible.
Detective Evan Burton is the investigating Officer. He was assisted by multiple Officers with The Columbia Police Department, hospital staff from TJ Samson and Norton’s and DCBS.
