Type of crime: 187(a) PC-Murder / 273ab(a)PC – Child Abuse Resulting in Death

Up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of the suspect(s).

Circumstances: On the morning of 08-07-13, Scarlett Peterson, who was two and a half years old at the time, was severely abused by an adult. Scarlett’s condition deteriorated throughout the day until she was taken, by ambulance, to Mercy Medical Center. She was later transferred to a Sacramento Area where she ultimately died of her injuries. Scarlett’s death was not accidental. It was the result of intentional abuse by an adult.

Agency: Redding PD

Case#: 13-55874

Contact: Cpl. Brian Torum #320