Fond du Lac child death investigation, woman arrested for neglect
FOND DU LAC, Wis. - Fond du Lac police on Friday arrested a woman after a weeks-long investigation into the death of a 12-year-old child.
What they're saying:
The investigation began after officers responded to a hospital, where it was reported that a dead child had been brought into the emergency department, on Dec. 5, 2025.
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Detectives and officers gathered evidence, interviewed witnesses and partnered with other agencies in the weeks that followed. As a result of that investigation, a 51-year-old Fond du Lac woman was arrested for child neglect.
"This was an incredibly complex and heartbreaking case," Fond du Lac Police Lt. Nicholas Hahn said. "Our team worked tirelessly to uncover the truth and ensure accountability. We remain committed to seeking justice for the victim and providing a measure of closure for the community."
The woman is currently being held in the Fond du Lac County Jail.
The Source: The Fond du Lac Police Department released information.