Nationwide — Alandria Seabron and her husband, Quentin, two African American parents from Dallas, Texas, have finally regained custody of their baby girl after she was removed from their home over concerns about unexplained bone fractures. However, Alandria now faces a criminal charge for allegedly causing the injuries.According to Atlanta Black Star, the case began in November when the Seabrons noticed their daughter Jirah’s arm was limp. They also observed she had trouble breastfeeding and wasn’t gaining weight. On a specialist’s advice, Alandria reduced breastfeeding due to overproduction and began using a latching device.
When Jirah’s condition didn’t improve, the couple brought her to Children’s Health in Dallas. X-rays revealed a broken arm and 16 internal fractures. Hospital staff alerted Child Protective Services (CPS), suspecting child abuse.
The Seabrons believed the injuries were due to rickets, a condition that weakens bones. It’s more common in children with darker skin and those with vitamin D deficiency. Still, CPS removed the infant from the home.
In March, a judge ordered Jirah returned to her parents. However, the criminal investigation continued. A grand jury later indicted Alandria for injury to a child, claiming she caused the fractures by aggressively pulling and twisting Jirah’s arm. Mansfield police supported this claim in their report.
The Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office has declined to comment. Alandria was arrested and is scheduled to appear in court next month.
The couple’s lawyer described the case as a “medical kidnapping,” pointing to early lab tests that showed signs of bone health issues. She argued that if the Seabrons had more money to hire expert witnesses, their daughter may not have been removed in the first place.
For now, Alandria says her focus is on her daughter’s recovery. “It’s not just traumatizing to us. It put her through a lot as well,” she said.
CPS has not issued a statement, citing confidentiality laws.