Infant’s Death in Daycare Trial | Canada News

A grieving mother takes the stand in the trial of Kyra Renee Backs, charged with second-degree murder in the death of her seven-month-old infant. The baby died in October 2022 after being dropped off at Backs’ day home — a place the parents felt safe and comfortable with. The mother testified the baby became upset shortly after arrival, with no visible head injury. Later that day, Backs sent alarming messages via Facebook, including a video of the baby struggling to breathe, then urged the mother to rush to the hospital, suggesting a possible heart attack. At the hospital, Backs gave no clear explanation. The mother also noted Backs’ calm demeanor — unlike her own panic — and later learned from paramedics that the baby was found on the floor, with Backs claiming the child choked on applesauce and possibly suffered a head injury. The trial continues as the mother prepares to testify further, leaving the courtroom shaken by the unfolding tragedy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4da77dc99abc9404