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Regina man charged for allegedly abusing infant girl

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A one-year-old girl was critically injured after she was physically abused on Wednesday, say the Regina Police Service.

Officials say the infant was transported to hospital by EMS just before 5:30 p.m., where she continues to receive medical treatment.

Police have charged Baily Carter Lance Peepeetch, 20, of Regina with aggravated assault by endangering the life of a one-year-old.

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Peepeetch is not related to the victim, but lives in the same residence as the infant, police say.

The accused made his first court appearance in provincial court on Thursday.

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Police continue to investigate alongside the Regina Children’s Justice Centre.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Regina Police Service at 306-777-6500 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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