Friday was the final day in court for a Lethbridge woman accused of abusing her two-year-old son. The mother pleaded guilty and was sentenced for failing to provide the necessities of life.
In order to protect the child’s identity, the woman can’t be named.
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The woman and her boyfriend were charged after police received a tip from an upstairs neighbour about loud noise coming from the residence.
The child was found suffering several injuries: bruising on his face, arms, legs and feet, as well as lacerations around his mouth and buttocks.
The boyfriend took full responsibility for causing the injuries and was sentenced to 33 months in jail.
The mother’s charge was the result of her not providing her son with the necessary medical help.
She was given a conditional sentence of two years less a day, with the first nine months under house arrest and a curfew in effect.
The woman was given several conditions, like going to counselling, avoiding alcohol and drugs, and reporting to a supervisor regularly.
She has also given up guardianship of the child.
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