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Texas dad allegedly fed 4-month-old infant gasoline in attempt to kill baby: police

Originally Published by: Hard drugs found inside Buc-ee's plushies during traffic stop in Texas Andrea Yates speaks with ex-husband about murdered children on regular basis Illegal migrant shoots Texas police officer with rifle after domestic violence call A Paris, Texas, father has been charged with attempted capital murder after he allegedly gave his infant child gasoline
byOlivia Adams
14 August 2024
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A Paris, Texas, father has been charged with attempted capital murder after he allegedly gave his infant child gasoline to drink, police say.

The Paris Police Department told Fox News Digital 24-year-old Edgar James Bridgemon was also charged with evading arrest.

On Saturday, officers responded to the 1300 block of Pine Bluff Street to help Paris Emergency Services.

Police learned that a 4-month-old infant was allegedly given gasoline to drink by Bridgemon.

After learning who the father was, officers saw Bridgemon fleeing on foot. After a brief pursuit, he was taken into custody.

Police said Bridgemon admitted to giving the infant gasoline to drink, intending to end the child’s life.

He was arrested for attempted capital murder and later processed and jailed.

A judge set Bridgemon’s bond at $255,000 — $250,000 for attempted capital murder and $5,000 for evading arrest.

Mugshot of Edgar Bridgemon
The Paris Police Department told Fox News Digital 24-year-old Edgar James Bridgemon was also charged with evading arrest. Paris PD

Emergency crews transported the child to Paris Regional Medical Center before later transferring the child to another hospital in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Police said the investigation is ongoing.

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Hi, I'm Olivia Adams, a political correspondent committed to providing in-depth analysis and reporting on the political landscape. With a background in political science and years of experience covering elections, government policies, and political movements, I strive to give my readers a clear and comprehensive understanding of the issues that matter.
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