Iowa woman and her father charged in baby’s death
Two people are now facing charges in the death of a newborn baby found along a rural road near Norwalk
Published: Mar. 13, 2023 at 8:46 PM CDT
NORWALK, Iowa (KCRG) - Two people are now facing charges in the death of a newborn baby in Norwalk.
In a message posted on the Norwalk Police Department Facebook page, 25-year-old Megan Staude and her father Rodney Staude were arrested for first-degree murder.
Police say Megan gave birth to the baby in late February, and her father cooperated in allowing the baby to die before disposing of its body.
A search team reportedly found the deceased child along the road on Delaware Street in Warren County.
An autopsy has been conducted, and the investigation is ongoing.
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