Suspect arrested over video of man violently shaking a baby
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – A suspect has been arrested over a video circulating online showing a man assaulting a young child.
Hamilton County investigators say the video is old and they don’t know yet why it has surfaced now.
The video identifies the man as being from Soddy Daisy and shows him violently shaking a baby.
But they arrested Ricky Casey last night and charged him with Aggravated Domestic Assault and Aggravated Child Abuse.
District Attorney Coty Wamp says they are still looking at the mother in the case.
“My office has been diligently working with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office on this investigation since the horrific video surfaced. We have also been working with partnering agencies including the Children’s Advocacy Center and the Department of Children’s Services to ensure the well-being of the child. The investigation is ongoing and the culpability of the mother of the child has not yet been determined,” stated District Attorney Coty Wamp.
Hamilton County investigators were made aware of the video in July.
“I would like to thank everyone in our community and region who sent texts, social media messages, and tips to me and our agency regarding the disturbing video of the young child being assaulted that surfaced yesterday evening. Let me be very clear, the HCSO takes all allegations of child abuse with the utmost seriousness, and we will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of a child. In situations like this, I am especially grateful for our strong partnerships, particularly with the District Attorney’s Office, which enables us to work together effectively to address these types of incidents,” stated Sheriff Austin Garrett.
