A Daphne mother has been charged with the tragic death of her 17-month-old son. Kaitlynn Grace Dominick, aged 22, was arrested on May 26, 2026, and her bond was set at $75,000 the following day by Judge Langford Floyd. She faces serious charges of manslaughter and aggravated child abuse.
Details of the Allegations
Prosecutors have alleged that Dominick injected a toxic liquid into her son’s feeding tube. The mixture reportedly consisted of table salt and another unidentified liquid. This gruesome act led to the child’s death shortly after he was treated at USA Children’s and Women’s Hospital.
Investigation and Medical Findings
The investigation began when medical staff at the hospital identified elevated lab levels on May 4, 2026. The child had been brought in for treatment due to a medical condition requiring his feeding tube usage. He sadly died the following morning.
Captain Justin Correa of the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office stated, “Through medical testing, they were able to identify some elevated lab levels that were abnormal. That’s when they initiated a report with the Department of Human Resources.” This report ultimately led to the involvement of law enforcement.
Legal Proceedings and Conditions of Release
During her bond hearing, Dominick appeared via video link from the Baldwin County Jail. Assistant District Attorney Teresa Heinz noted that Dominick allegedly acted with awareness of the potential harm her actions could cause. She indicated that it was an attempt to alleviate her burdens as a caregiver.
As conditions of her $75,000 bond, Dominick is required to comply with several restrictions:
- Remain under GPS house arrest with limited exceptions
- No contact with anyone under the age of 18
- Stay within the state of Alabama
- Surrender her passport
Upcoming Court Dates
Kaitlynn Dominick is expected to appear in court again for her preliminary hearing on June 9, 2026. As this case develops, it raises serious questions about the treatment and welfare of vulnerable children.
