An Indiana judge sentenced an Evansville father to prison Thursday, following the death of his 12-year-old daughter.
According to Law&Crime, Vanderburgh County Circuit Court Judge Ryan D. Hatfield sentenced Brent Bredhold, 39, to nine years in state prison.
As CrimeOnline previously reported, a Vanderburgh County jury convicted him earlier this month on neglect of a dependent causing death, following the July 4, 2024, death of Alice Bredhold.
According to affidavits for the arrests, Evansville Police arrived at the family home and found Alice dead on the floor in her bedroom.
An autopsy revealed she died from diabetic ketoacidosis.
The prosecution said Bredhold “was given every opportunity” to help Alice, but despite medical advice, failed to properly care for her.
The Department of Children’s Service became involved after determining Alice had consistent instances of extremely high blood sugar when the school tested her.
Two other children were removed from the home, which was filled with trash and insects, the affidavits stated.
“This is a heartbreaking case where a 12-year-old girl with Type 1 diabetes was left to fend for herself until her untimely death,” Vanderburgh County Chief Deputy Prosecutor Winston Lin said in a statement after the conviction, according to News Channel 8.
“Her parents should have been her strongest advocates to keep her healthy and alive, but unfortunately all they had to offer was apathy, indifference, and neglect.
“Of the hundreds of Type 1 diabetic kids under the age of 18 seen by her pediatric endocrinologist, she was the only one to have died directly due to her diabetes.
“The true heroes in this case are the medical professionals and school staff who showed warmth and care to Alice and provided moments of respite in her daily life. Because of them, Alice at least knew that some people would fight for her well-being.”
Alice’s mother, Ashley Bredhold, is facing two counts of the same charges. Her trial is scheduled for February 17.
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[Feature Photo: Alice Bredhold/Obituary]
