Category: Severe Infant Abuse / Ongoing Investigation
Victim:
3-month-old infant (name withheld)
Suspect:
Charles Wages
Arresting Agency:
Grayson Police Department
Sgt. Kyle Smith
K-9 Officer Justin Stone
Date of Arrest:
December 18, 2025
Detention:
Carter County Detention Center
Case Summary:
Grayson Police conducted a joint investigation into allegations of child abuse involving a 3-month-old infant.
Following a lengthy investigation, Charles Wages was apprehended and lodged in the Carter County Detention Center.
Authorities confirmed the infant remains in critical condition and is receiving medical care.
The case is described by police as open and active, with further details pending.
Public Statement:
Law enforcement urged the public: “If you see something, say something. Protect our children.”
Case Status:
Active investigation
Child hospitalized in critical condition
Charges pending or under review

Why This Case Matters to Jayden’s Law

Involves extreme harm to an infant, the most vulnerable class of child victims.
Highlights the need for:
Automatic high-level felony treatment for serious injuries to infants
No probation or diversion in cases involving critical injury
Mandatory violent-offender classification when an infant is critically injured
Permanent loss of custody/visitation rights upon conviction
Reinforces the importance of early intervention and mandatory reporting, as serious abuse often escalates rapidly in infant cases.