Infant death leaves both Columbus parents facing charges
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An investigation into an infant death in Columbus has left both parents charged, police announced today.
The investigation began on March 2, 2025, around 12:45 p.m., when first responders were dispatched to a report of an infant who was not breathing. The child was transported to a local hospital, where they were pronounced deceased.
Simmons
McMilleon
“During the initial investigation, the child’s parents, Ariel Simmons and Ryan McMilleon, were arrested on unrelated charges,” police said.
McMilleon was charged with possession of methamphetamine and an outstanding warrant for contempt of court. Simmons was arrested on a warrant for truancy.
After a thorough investigation by the police department’s Special Victims Unit, evidence supported additional criminal charges. On March 17, 2025, warrants were issued for Simmons and McMilleon, and they were arrested the following day. Both have been charged with murder in the 2nd degree and cruelty to children in the 2nd degree.
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