Father Admits Leaving Baby in Bathtub | Sacramento News

Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 22, 2026 · 1m

A father is now admitting fault for his 11-month-old daughter’s death, claiming it was an accident—he left her in the bathtub while he fell asleep, only to wake up hours later to find her gone. He says he intended to rest briefly after a diaper change but slept through the danger. His girlfriend alerted him to the running water, and emergency services were called. Charged with murder, he denies intent, citing past near-drowning incidents and deep guilt. His daughter would have turned one next month, and no plea has been entered yet. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…