A 24-year-old Texas man has been charged with attempted capital murder after he allegedly gave his infant child gasoline to drink, intending to end the child's life.
A Paris, Texas, father is facing attempted capital murder charges for allegedly giving his infant child gasoline to drink.
The Paris Police Department told Fox News Digital that 24-year-old Edgar James Bridgemon was also charged with evading arrest after fleeing on foot when officers arrived at his house.
Texas Man Charged with Attempted Capital Murder for Allegedly Giving Infant Gasoline to Drink
On Saturday, officers responded to the 1300 block of Pine Bluff Street after receiving a call about an infant who had allegedly been given gasoline to drink.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers learned that the 4-month-old infant had been transported to Paris Regional Medical Center by emergency crews. The child was later transferred to another hospital in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Texas Man Charged with Attempted Capital Murder for Allegedly Giving Infant Gasoline to Drink
Police identified Bridgemon as the father of the infant and saw him fleeing on foot. After a brief pursuit, they were able to take him into custody.
During questioning, Bridgemon allegedly admitted to giving the infant gasoline to drink with the intent of ending the child's life. He was subsequently arrested and charged with attempted capital murder and evading arrest.
Texas Man Charged with Attempted Capital Murder for Allegedly Giving Infant Gasoline to Drink
A judge set Bridgemon's bond at $255,000 - $250,000 for attempted capital murder and $5,000 for evading arrest.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and police have not released any further details at this time.
The incident has shocked the community, and many are expressing outrage at the alleged crime. Many have called for strict punishment for Bridgemon if he is found guilty.
Attempted capital murder is a first-degree felony in Texas, and if convicted, Bridgemon could face life in prison or the death penalty.
The motive for Bridgemon's alleged actions is not known at this time, and it is unclear why he would have wanted to harm his own child.
The incident is a reminder of the importance of protecting children from harm and the need for parents to prioritize the well-being of their children.
