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Babysitter claims baby fell off couch after death
Babysitter accused of killing 7-month-old boy told police he 'fell off couch' in affidavit
In brief
Babysitter accused of killing 7-month-old boy told police he 'fell off couch' in affidavit Babysitter denied other involvement but medical evidence contradicts her story Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Babysitter accused
A 28-year-old babysitter is accused of killing a 7-month-old boy who died from severe head injuries.
Hospital report
Police learned Julien had skull fractures and torn nerve fibers in his brain, typically caused by rapid movement.
Babysitter's story
Sellers told the mother Julien fell off the couch and was not feeling well.
Medical evidence
Medical staff confirmed the injuries did not match Sellers' story of Julien falling off the couch.
Arrest and charges
Sellers was arrested on Sept. 10 and charged with child abuse inflicting serious bodily injury.
Updated charges
Sellers' charges were upgraded to first-degree murder after Julien died from injuries.
The key point
Babysitter denied other involvement but medical evidence contradicts her story
