Dylan Rogers BRUTAL ASSAULT IN BALLOCH: BABY'S RIBS CRACKED IN SHOCKING CRIME
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Balloch Child Abuser
Dylan Rogers, a 27-year-old man from Balloch, has been convicted of a severe and disturbing assault on a ten-week-old infant. The incident, which took place in March of the previous year, resulted in injuries so grave that they were described by medical professionals as being worse than those typically seen in a car crash. The court was told that Rogers, in a moment of frustration caused by the baby's crying, squeezed the infant with such force that three of the child's ribs fractured.
Medical examinations revealed extensive bruising across the child's body and a cut on the head, highlighting the brutality of the assault. The severity of the injuries shocked the medical team, who confirmed that such rib fractures are uncommon in infants unless subjected to significant trauma. The court heard that Rogers initially denied any knowledge of the injuries, claiming he was merely trying to wind the baby to soothe it. However, a medical report contradicted his account, indicating that his explanation was false and that he was responsible for causing the injuries.
Further investigation uncovered that Rogers had searched online about baby bruises and child abuse, raising suspicions about his intentions and awareness of the harm he was inflicting. During the trial, his defense solicitor, Bobb Kerr, requested the court to consider alternatives to imprisonment, citing Rogers' mental health issues as a mitigating factor. Despite this plea, Sheriff Gillian Craig was unpersuaded, emphasizing the vulnerability of the victim and the gravity of the crime. She stated, “I can’t envisage a more vulnerable victim,” and sentenced Rogers to 18 months in jail. The judge added, “It was your job to protect him from harm, instead you caused him harm.”
Prosecutor Jason Stark highlighted the unusual nature of the injuries, noting that such rib fractures are rarely seen in infants without severe trauma. Stark also pointed out that Rogers initially denied any involvement but later admitted to causing the injuries, claiming he was trying to wind the crying baby. As Rogers was led away in custody, members of the public gallery responded with applause, reflecting the outrage and seriousness with which the court viewed the case. The judge’s decision underscored the deplorable nature of Rogers’ actions and the necessity of a custodial sentence, leaving no room for alternative penalties given the circumstances.
Medical examinations revealed extensive bruising across the child's body and a cut on the head, highlighting the brutality of the assault. The severity of the injuries shocked the medical team, who confirmed that such rib fractures are uncommon in infants unless subjected to significant trauma. The court heard that Rogers initially denied any knowledge of the injuries, claiming he was merely trying to wind the baby to soothe it. However, a medical report contradicted his account, indicating that his explanation was false and that he was responsible for causing the injuries.
Further investigation uncovered that Rogers had searched online about baby bruises and child abuse, raising suspicions about his intentions and awareness of the harm he was inflicting. During the trial, his defense solicitor, Bobb Kerr, requested the court to consider alternatives to imprisonment, citing Rogers' mental health issues as a mitigating factor. Despite this plea, Sheriff Gillian Craig was unpersuaded, emphasizing the vulnerability of the victim and the gravity of the crime. She stated, “I can’t envisage a more vulnerable victim,” and sentenced Rogers to 18 months in jail. The judge added, “It was your job to protect him from harm, instead you caused him harm.”
Prosecutor Jason Stark highlighted the unusual nature of the injuries, noting that such rib fractures are rarely seen in infants without severe trauma. Stark also pointed out that Rogers initially denied any involvement but later admitted to causing the injuries, claiming he was trying to wind the crying baby. As Rogers was led away in custody, members of the public gallery responded with applause, reflecting the outrage and seriousness with which the court viewed the case. The judge’s decision underscored the deplorable nature of Rogers’ actions and the necessity of a custodial sentence, leaving no room for alternative penalties given the circumstances.