A nurse, Erin Elizabeth Ann Strotman, has been arrested after allegedly inflicting severe injuries on premature babies under her care, which included fracturing their bones. The 26-year-old nurse worked at Hernia Doctor’s Hospital in Richmond, where the incidents occurred.
The nurse has been charged with malicious wounding and felony child abuse. This comes after an investigation was launched by the Henrico County Police following the discovery of inexplicably broken bones in premature babies in late November and early December.
According to the Henrico County Police, several babies, including a newborn, were found with fractured legs, all within the same neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The police expressed their concern, stating that the incidents were serious enough to warrant a thorough investigation. They assured the public that they were utilizing all available resources to ensure a comprehensive probe into the matter.
In response to the situation, the hospital has taken precautionary measures by halting the acceptance of new babies into the NICU. This action is part of the hospital's commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the infants in its care. Additionally, hospital management has reinforced security measures within the facility to prevent further incidents.
The arrest has drawn significant attention, with many expressing shock and outrage over the harm caused to vulnerable infants. The police have indicated that further details about the investigation will be released as it progresses. The hospital has also assured the public that they are cooperating fully with law enforcement to ensure accountability and prevent such incidents in the future.
