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Va. Woman Charged after Home Birth

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- A Henrico County woman faces charges of failing to seek medical aid for her newborn daughter following a home birth.

Henrico County police say 39-year-old Angela Marie Janecka was arrested Tuesday on attempted murder and felony child neglect charges.

Police say the baby didn't have any visible injuries when fire and rescue personnel responded to a medical emergency at the residence on Aug. 25. But the infant and Janecka needed medical assistance.

The infant was placed in the custody of Chlid Protective Services.

Police said no other details will be released at this time. The investigation is continuing.


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