TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Police have arrested Brianna Moore, 19, in connection with the death of her infant child. The baby was found deceased on the University of Tampa campus on April 28, 2024.
University safety personnel were initially alerted to a possible miscarriage on the property. Further investigation led to the discovery of the infant’s body in a garbage bin. An autopsy revealed the infant died from asphyxia and multiple rib fractures, and the death was ruled a homicide.
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Moore was arrested on October 18, 2024, in Quitman, Mississippi.
“It breaks my heart to know that this baby girl could still be alive today if this woman had alerted authorities that she needed help. Instead, she took actions that directly lead to the death of her newborn baby. This is a difficult and nuanced case to prosecute, and our community must continue to educate women about the many resources available to them in situations like this one. This baby’s death was avoidable,” said State Attorney Suzy Lopez.
She faces charges of Aggravated Manslaughter of a Child, Child Neglect with Great Bodily Harm, Failure to Report Death, and Unlawful Storage of Human Remains. She is currently awaiting extradition to Tampa.
Safe Haven Law
Florida’s Safe Haven Law allows parents to anonymously surrender unharmed newborns 30 days old or younger at designated locations like fire stations, EMS stations, or hospitals. No questions are asked, and no charges will be filed unless the infant shows signs of abuse or neglect.
Resources for Expectant Mothers:
- The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay: Dial 211
- Florida Department of Health, Maternal & Child Health Section: 850-245-4047
- The National Safe Haven Alliance Hotline: 888-510-BABY (2229)
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