Larned father pleads guilty in infant abuse case

A Larned father has pleaded guilty in an abuse case involving a 4-month-old child who was left legally blind.

Guilty plea

The guilty plea marks a decision in the criminal case. The case involves abuse of the infant, who suffered an injury that left the child legally blind.

The father’s name, the specific charge or charges, and the terms of the plea are not included here.

What the case involves

The child was 4 months old when the abuse occurred. The reported outcome was legal blindness.

The guilty plea means the defendant admitted guilt in the case rather than taking the matter to trial. The court process will determine the next steps.

Next steps

The case may proceed to sentencing and other court actions. Court filings and hearings will establish the sentence, any conditions ordered by the judge, and additional details about the case.

KWCH reported the guilty plea and the child’s condition. The report is linked below.