Longview Woman Charged with Capital Murder After Infant's Death

Police responded to a call and found an unresponsive infant who later died at the hospital.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 2:19am

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A 40-year-old Longview woman has been charged with capital murder after police responded to a call and found an unresponsive infant, who later died at a local hospital. The woman was initially arrested for assault family violence - strangulation, and the capital murder charge was added later in the investigation.

Why it matters

This tragic incident raises concerns about child welfare and safety in the Longview community. The capital murder charge indicates the alleged actions were particularly severe and the case will likely receive significant public attention and scrutiny.

The details

On April 28, Longview police responded to a call in the 3300 block of S. Eastman Rd and were led to a residence in the 700 block of Ethel St., where they found an unresponsive infant. The infant was transported to a local hospital but did not survive. The woman, Andrea Burks, was initially arrested for assault family violence - strangulation, and the capital murder charge was later added as the investigation progressed.

  • On April 28, police responded to the call at 7 a.m.
  • The infant was transported to the hospital but died.

The players

Andrea Burks

A 40-year-old Longview woman who has been charged with capital murder in relation to the infant's death.

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What’s next

Detectives are continuing to investigate the incident and are asking anyone with information to contact the Longview Police Department or Gregg County Crime Stoppers.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the need for vigilance and support systems to protect vulnerable children in the Longview community. The capital murder charge indicates the alleged actions were particularly severe, and the investigation will likely receive significant public scrutiny.