Evansville, Indiana — A 20-year-old pregnant woman from Indiana faces serious charges following an incident that left her one-year-old daughter with life-threatening injuries. Alexandria G. Ring was arrested on charges of domestic battery and neglect after she allegedly injured her toddler in a moment of frustration caused by the child’s continuous crying.
Local authorities were called to a residence on South Kentucky Avenue in Evansville, a city located roughly 165 miles southwest of Indianapolis, on the evening of November 19, 2024. First responders found an unconscious child at the scene and swiftly transported her to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care.
Upon examination, medical professionals determined the young girl had sustained significant head trauma, characterized by brain swelling and bleeding inside the skull. Immediate surgery was performed to relieve the pressure on her brain. Further examinations noted numerous bruises over her body, consistent with signs of previous physical abuse.
During police questioning at the Evansville Police Department, Ring reportedly confessed to her actions earlier in the day. She described a scenario where a diaper-related issue led to her daughter’s distress and incessant crying, which Ring claimed overwhelmed her due to her pregnancy. She admitted to attempting to place the crying toddler into a Pack ‘n Play, a portable crib, but lost her grip, resulting in the child falling and striking her head on a metal cabinet.
Despite observing symptoms such as fluctuating consciousness and lethargy in her daughter, Ring delayed calling for medical help. It was only after her boyfriend returned home several hours later that emergency services were finally contacted — a hesitation that authorities are highlighting as a severe case of neglect.
Currently, Ring is held at the Vanderburgh County Jail with her bail set at a cash-only $15,000. Additionally, a court order now prevents Ring from having any contact with her daughter as the legal proceedings unfold.
Further complicating the investigation into the incident are discrepancies in public records concerning the spelling of Ring’s first name, alternating between “Alexandrea” and “Alexandria.” These inconsistencies are being reviewed as part of the overall inquiry into the case.
Ring’s legal troubles are set to advance during a court hearing scheduled for the afternoon of November 25, 2024. At this hearing, the charges against Ring will be thoroughly examined, and her defense will have the opportunity to respond to the allegations presented.
The local community has expressed shock and concern over the incident, highlighting the broader issues of child welfare and the resources available to struggling parents in the region. As Ring awaits her day in court, the question remains of how such devastating circumstances might be prevented in the future, and what measures can be implemented to protect the most vulnerable in society.