Shiann Bodkins Obituary, Marion, IN Death – In Loving Memory Of Infant Daughter

A 19-year-old Indiana woman, Shiann Bodkins, has been charged with neglect of a dependent resulting in death after her infant daughter died following an unsafe sleep incident in Marion, Indiana.

According to reports citing court documents, police were called to a residence on North Adams Street on May 3, 2026, after receiving information that a child was in life-threatening condition. Emergency responders attended the home and the infant was transported to hospital for treatment.

The child died on May 9, six days after being found unresponsive.

Court documents reportedly state that an autopsy identified the cause of death as anoxic encephalopathy, a serious brain injury resulting from a lack of oxygen. The reported findings also identified an unsafe sleep environment.

Investigators reportedly questioned Bodkins about the circumstances surrounding the incident. She was subsequently charged with neglect of a dependent resulting in death.

The charge is an allegation, and Bodkins is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. The case has drawn attention to the importance of safe sleeping arrangements for infants.

Further developments will depend on the proceedings in court and any additional information released by authorities.