MUSCOGEE COUNTY, Ga. — A Georgia woman has been charged with the murder of her 6-month-old daughter.
Columbus police said 23-year-old Shantra Gates was arrested on Thursday in connection to her daughter’s death.
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According to the investigation, the incident happened in September.
Authorities did not provide any further information surrounding the investigation.
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Gates is charged with second-degree murder and cruelty to children.
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