NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 26, 2026Miami-Dade
Miami-Dade woman arrested for aggravated battery and child abuse
Stephanie Patrice Stanley, 18, was arrested and charged with aggravated battery and child abuse following an altercation at her home where she allegedly struck a victim with a wooden plank and battered two children. The incident occurred on August 8 in the Princeton area of Miami-Dade County.
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A local resident faces felony charges for violent acts, resulting in ongoing legal proceedings and medical treatment for the victim.
Key Facts
- Stephanie Patrice Stanley, 18, was arrested on Tuesday, August 8.
- The suspect is charged with one count of aggravated battery and two counts of child abuse without great bodily harm.
- The incident occurred at a home near the 28,000 block of Southwest 126th Court in the Princeton area.
- Deputies were dispatched to the scene at approximately 8:11 p.m.
- The victim was struck in the back four times with a 2-by-4 wooden plank.
- The victim was transported to Jackson South Medical Center for treatment.
- Investigators obtained video evidence showing the suspect striking the victim and battering two children.
- The suspect admitted to the actions during questioning after being read her Miranda rights.
- The suspect claimed she was unaware the children were under 18 years old.
- As of Wednesday morning, the suspect remained in custody at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center with bond to be set.
Who's Mentioned
locationTurner Guilford Knight Correctional Center“The jail where the suspect is being held.”organizationMiami-Dade Sheriff’s Office“The law enforcement agency that arrested the suspect.”locationSouthwest 126th Court“The location of the incident.”personStephanie Patrice Stanley“The suspect arrested for battery and child abuse.”locationJackson South Medical Center“The hospital where the victim received treatment.”