The city of Memphis is in shock and mourning following the tragic death of 3-year-old Kevin, whose life was brutally cut short in a case of severe abuse. Authorities have charged 33-year-old Domnica Mosby with first-degree murder, aggravated child abuse, and aggravated child neglect after she allegedly confessed to inflicting harm on the child while he was under her care. The case has left the community devastated, struggling to comprehend the senseless loss of a young life.
According to the Memphis Police Department, Mosby reported to investigators that Kevin had been dropped off at her home on Friday by his aunt, who said the child was vomiting and not feeling well. However, the boy’s aunt strongly contradicted this account, stating that Kevin had been healthy and well when she left him with Mosby earlier that morning. The conflicting statements have become a critical part of the investigation.
SUPPORT THE FAMILY - GOD BLESS YOU
Mosby eventually admitted to investigators that she had repeatedly harmed Kevin throughout the day, allegedly becoming angry when the boy refused to lie down. Police say Mosby confessed to causing multiple injuries, which the medical examiner later confirmed were consistent with significant trauma, including internal damage, extensive bruising, and other injuries that led to his death. The details of the case paint a disturbing and heartbreaking picture of violence against an innocent child.
In the early hours of Saturday morning, around 3 a.m., Mosby called 911 to report that Kevin was unresponsive. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but Kevin was declared dead upon arrival. The medical examiner’s report revealed that the child had suffered internal bleeding and critical injuries that ultimately proved fatal. These findings added urgency to the investigation, resulting in Mosby’s immediate arrest.
Mosby is currently being held without bond at the Shelby County Jail and is scheduled to appear in court on Friday. As the case progresses, prosecutors are continuing to build their case, and more details may emerge during her court appearance. Authorities are working in coordination with child protection services and medical professionals to ensure that every aspect of the investigation is thoroughly examined.
As Memphis grapples with the unimaginable loss of this young child, the community is united in grief and outrage. Many residents have called for justice for Kevin and for greater efforts to protect vulnerable children from abuse. Vigils, online tributes, and expressions of sorrow have filled social media, as the city stands in solidarity, demanding justice for a life lost far too soon.