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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Local NewsAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade

Hollywood parents arrested for aggravated manslaughter in death of 7-week-old daughter

Hollywood police arrested Gracie Jai Tellez and Robert Lee Ingram on charges of aggravated manslaughter and child neglect following the death of their 7-week-old daughter. Investigators allege the infant died from blunt force trauma and that the parents provided inconsistent accounts of the events leading up to the child's death.

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Why It Matters

The arrest marks the conclusion of a months-long investigation into a homicide case involving the death of an infant in Hollywood, Florida.

Key Facts

  • Gracie Jai Tellez (20) and Robert Lee Ingram (22) were arrested in Jacksonville and extradited to Broward County.
  • Both parents face charges of aggravated manslaughter of a child and neglect of a child causing great bodily harm.
  • The 7-week-old infant was found unresponsive on Oct. 14, 2025, and declared brain dead on Oct. 18, 2025.
  • The Broward County Medical Examiner classified the death as a homicide caused by blunt head trauma.
  • Medical findings included diffuse anoxic brain injury, retinal detachments, and skull fractures consistent with violent shaking.
  • Forensic analysis of the parents' cellphones contradicted their statements, showing extensive use of gaming and video apps during the time the infant was in their care.
  • The infant was declared brain dead on Oct. 18, 2025, and remained on life support until organ procurement on Oct. 22, 2025.
  • Both suspects are currently being held without bond.

Who's Mentioned

organizationJacksonville Sheriff’s Office“Assisted in the arrest.”personGracie Jai Tellez“Parent of the deceased infant, arrested and charged.”organizationBroward County Medical Examiner’s Office“Determined cause of death as homicide.”organizationHollywood Police Department“Investigating agency.”location2200 block of Farragut Street“Location of the incident.”organizationU.S. Marshals Service“Assisted in the arrest.”locationJoe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital“Hospital where the infant was treated.”personRobert Lee Ingram“Parent of the deceased infant, arrested and charged.”other911“Emergency service called by the mother.”