GARDEN CITY, Kan. — Law enforcement officials in Finney County are investigating a suspect for a violent attack that left a baby injured.
According to a media release, police were called to the east part of Garden City just after 2:30 a.m. on Sunday for a reported battery. Officers discovered that 29-year-old Brandon Pugh was involved in an argument with a woman known to him, during which he allegedly began punching her while she was holding a 2-month-old child.
As the altercation escalated, the woman and the infant were both struck by Pugh. The baby was transported to St. Catherine Hospital by Finney County EMS and later flown to Wichita due to the severity of their injuries. Pugh has since been arrested and is in custody at the Finney County Jail on charges of Domestic Battery, Abuse of a Child, and Aggravated Child Endangerment.
The authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and gather evidence. Anyone with additional information related to the case is encouraged to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
The infant’s well-being and the circumstances of the attack are of utmost concern to the community, and local organizations are offering support to the affected family during this difficult time. The authorities are dedicated to ensuring the safety and protection of all individuals, especially the most vulnerable members of society.
In conclusion, the violent attack in Garden City has left a baby injured, with the suspect, Brandon Pugh, arrested and facing charges of Domestic Battery, Abuse of a Child, and Aggravated Child Endangerment. The investigation is ongoing as law enforcement officials work to gather all relevant information related to the case.