A Moore County mother, 29-year-old Savannah Jane Fowler, was arrested after she was caught on video strangling her young son last week. The incident, reported as child abuse, occurred at a home near John McQueen Road in Aberdeen, North Carolina.
What Happened
On Thursday, officers from the Aberdeen Police Department responded to a report of child abuse at a residence near John McQueen Road. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a neighbor who was standing with a visibly upset child. The child told police that his mother had hit him in the head and strangled him.
According to a warrant, Fowler allegedly grabbed her son with both hands around his throat and held him down in a chair. Police later reviewed video surveillance footage that captured the assault and confirmed the child’s account.
Arrest and Charges
Savannah Jane Fowler, a resident of Cameron, was arrested after the investigation. She was charged with:
- Felony assault by strangulation
- Misdemeanor assault on a child under 12
- Misdemeanor child abuse
Fowler was initially held without bond in the Moore County Jail. Her bond was later set at $5,000 secured, which she posted on Friday night.
Community Response
The incident has shocked the local community, and authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the abuse. The child’s physical injuries were documented, and further steps will be taken to ensure his safety.
Closing Line:
This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available.
