Mother’s Boyfriend Allegedly Beats 11-Year-Old | Baton Rouge News

An 11-year-old boy in Baton Rouge was allegedly brutally beaten unconscious by his mother’s 40-year-old boyfriend, Eric Washington, after a backyard confrontation — with his mother, Shantia Thomas, 35, reportedly encouraging the violence. The assault followed a prior fight the boy had with another child, and Thomas had already disciplined him with a belt and fists. Witnesses say Washington chased the boy down, and the boy later told investigators he was knocked out cold — and the beating continued while he was unconscious. He suffered severe injuries including bruises, cuts, and possible fractures. Both Thomas and Washington were arrested and charged with felony cruelty to juveniles, fled police initially, but were later apprehended. This heartbreaking case exposes how children can be victimized by those meant to protect them — and the legal battle is just beginning. 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/4a7c75118b87a843