Court Decision on Bond Amount
A judge in Tampa has established a bond for the University of Tampa student accused of taking the life of her newborn and discarding the body in a garbage can back in April. Following witness testimonies presented in court, a bond amounting to $262,500 was set for the 19-year-old student, Brianna Moore.
Details Surrounding the Incident
According to police reports, Moore gave birth in a dorm bathroom on campus. Her roommates reported hearing an infant’s cries and noticed blood in the bathroom. However, Moore initially claimed that the blood was from her menstrual period. This claim raised suspicions among her roommates, leading to further investigation.
Discovery of the Newborn
The day after the birth, Moore’s roommates made a shocking discovery: a bloody towel in a trash can, which contained the lifeless body of the newborn wrapped inside. The autopsy revealed that the baby had suffered several fractured ribs and a hemorrhage in her lungs, indicating a tragic outcome.
Charges and Arrest
On October 18, Moore was arrested and faces multiple charges, including aggravated manslaughter of a child, child neglect with great bodily harm, failure to report a death, and unlawful storage and preservation of human remains. The case has drawn significant attention due to its tragic nature and the serious allegations against the young student. WFLA initially published the story.
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