Teen Sentenced to Juvenile Life for Newborn Murder | New Orleans News

A 15-year-old girl in Livingston Parish received a juvenile life sentence for first-degree murder of her newborn, the longest possible term for a minor — she’ll remain in custody until turning 21. The tragic incident occurred in 2025 when she delivered the baby in her room and killed it; the infant’s body was later found in a tote bag in her bedroom. Though prosecutors sought to try her as an adult due to the severity of the crime, a court hearing ultimately kept her within the juvenile system. On August 17, she accepted a plea deal, and Judge Matthew Belser sentenced her accordingly. The DA commended his team for securing justice for the victim, while the case underscores the legal complexities surrounding minors accused of heinous crimes — a sentence that will keep her under state supervision for six more years. 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/f115d4a095dfbd4b