An Oklahoma mother, Savawna Bowen, has been charged with child neglect following the tragic death of her four-month-old baby, Xylon Adams, last year. Bowen was arrested by the tulsa police Department and faces a charge of child neglect, according to local media News on the 6th.
The charges stem from the death of Xylon, who was admitted to a hospital in January 2024 with devastating injuries, including a severe brain injury, fractured jaw, ribs and femur. Despite medical intervention, the baby died several days later.
The baby’s father, Daquan White, was previously arrested and charged with second-degree murder, child abuse and child neglect in connection with the case. Court records indicate White remains in custody at the Tulsa County Jail, although details about a plea or legal representation were not immediately available.
Prosecutors allege that Bowen delayed seeking medical help for Xylon despite being aware of the baby’s serious injuries for several days. During this time, she allegedly conducted alarming Internet searches, including “baby’s femur sticks out” and “newborn can’t move mouth.”
According News on the 6thDoctors informed investigators that Xylon’s injuries, although serious, could have been survived if he had received timely medical attention. This failure to act promptly led to the negligence charge brought against Bowen. Bowen’s case adds another layer of scrutiny to the tragic events that led to Xylon’s death, as authorities continue to piece together what happened during the days the baby suffered without medical care.
Both Bowen and White face serious consequences as the investigation continues, with authorities emphasizing the preventable nature of the boy’s death. The case has shocked the local community and serves as a grim reminder of the importance of immediate action in situations involving vulnerable children. Neither Bowen nor White have made a public statement about the charges against them.