Man Charged in Death of 3-Month-Old Infant in Carrollton

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A 29-year-old Carrollton man has been arrested and charged with injury to a child resulting in death after allegedly shaking a 3-month-old infant in his care, leading to the baby's death several days later. According to police, Ecoquis admitted to shaking the baby, named Eider Manuel Alexander Salome Tzep, in order to keep him quiet for the sake of his roommates.

Why it matters

This tragic case highlights the dangers of shaken baby syndrome and the need for greater education and support for caregivers to prevent such incidents. It also raises questions about the responsibilities of adults entrusted with the care of young children and the potential consequences when that trust is violated.

The details

On December 26, police responded to a medical emergency at an apartment complex in Carrollton where the 3-month-old infant was found unresponsive and not breathing. The child was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries, including retinal tearing, brain bleeding, and vascular damage. The infant's babysitter, Ecoquis' wife, initially told police the child had started choking after a nap, but later admitted to shaking the baby multiple times. Ecoquis later confessed to police that he had shaken the infant to keep him quiet, and when the baby lost consciousness, he shook him again in an attempt to revive him. The infant died five days later.

• On December 26, police responded to a medical emergency at an apartment complex in Carrollton.
• The 3-month-old infant was rushed to the hospital on December 26 with critical injuries.
• The infant died five days later, on December 31.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Ecoquis is being held on a $25,000 bond as the investigation continues. The case will likely go to trial, where a judge will determine if Ecoquis' actions warrant a more serious charge than injury to a child.