Father charged with aggravated malicious wounding after injuring his 8-week-old infant, police say

Radford Police said they were contacted by the city's Social Services.

Shawn Smith, courtesy of the City of Radford

RADFORD, Va. – Radford Police say 20-year-old Shawn Smith was arrested and charged with aggravated malicious wounding after his 8-week-old infant was found to be significantly injured.

Police say they were contacted by the city's Department of Social Services about the infant Friday.

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They say the infant was examined by the Forensic medical staff at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center.

He is being held at New River Valley Regional Jail without bond.

 


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