Woman Charged with Murder of Newborn Baby After Giving Birth in Homeless Camp

Marisol Flores, 30, is accused of killing her infant shortly after giving birth in an Oxnard, California homeless encampment.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Marisol Flores, 30, has been charged with murder and assault on a child causing death after allegedly giving birth to a baby in a homeless encampment in Oxnard, California and then killing the infant shortly after. Authorities say the baby's body showed visible signs of blunt force trauma.

Why it matters

This tragic case highlights the challenges and dangers faced by homeless individuals, especially pregnant women, and the need for greater access to prenatal care, mental health resources, and support services to prevent such devastating outcomes.

The details

According to prosecutors, Flores is believed to have given birth in the homeless camp along West Vineyard Avenue in Oxnard on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Witnesses allegedly saw a pregnant Flores the day before, but when they saw her again on Sunday, she was no longer pregnant and there was no newborn with her. Authorities say Flores is "accused of killing the infant shortly after giving birth" and that the baby's body showed "visible signs of blunt force trauma."

  • Flores is believed to have given birth on February 8, 2026.
  • Flores was taken into custody on February 8, 2026.

The players

Marisol Flores

A 30-year-old woman charged with murder and assault on a child causing death after allegedly giving birth to a baby in a homeless encampment and then killing the infant.

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What’s next

Flores is scheduled to be arraigned on February 13, 2026 and is currently being held on $500,000 bail.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the urgent need for greater support and resources for homeless individuals, especially pregnant women, to prevent such devastating outcomes and ensure the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable members of the community.