Event Brief
Dad Scalds Baby with Hot Water, Faces Charges
Filed: Feb 04, 2026 at 1:07 PM ET
Summary: Christopher Stum admitted to lying about the water's temperature after inflicting burns on his baby.
WHO: Christopher Stum
WHAT: Poured scalding water on his baby
WHEN: Feb 04, 2026 at 12:23 PM ET
WHERE: Not specified
WHY: To avoid appearing negligent
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