A tragic child case in Washington state has led to serious felony charges against two young parents after their 2-month-old son died from severe injuries. Prosecutors say the infant suffered abusive head trauma and multiple fractures, and investigators uncovered disturbing details about the parents’ behavior while the baby was fighting for his life in the hospital.
Case Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Mother | Alyssa Jade Vanderbeck, 19 |
| Father | Mark Anthony Labaco Clamor, 21 |
| Location | Washington State (Pierce County) |
| Victim | 2-month-old infant boy |
| Charges Against Father | Second-degree murder, second-degree assault of a child |
| Charges Against Mother | Second-degree murder, criminal mistreatment |
| Hospital | Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital |
| Bond | $1 million each |
Infant Rushed to Hospital After 911 Call
Authorities say the incident began on March 4 when Vanderbeck and Clamor called 911 from their home, reporting that their infant son was not breathing.
Emergency responders arrived and rushed the baby to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital.
Doctors attempted to save the infant’s life, but the child died about five days after being admitted.
Medical staff quickly became concerned about the nature of the baby’s injuries and alerted authorities.
Doctors Found Severe Injuries
Medical experts reported that the baby had suffered several devastating injuries.
According to investigators, doctors found:
- Bleeding in the brain
- Bleeding in the eyes
- Multiple fractured ribs
Physicians concluded the injuries were consistent with abusive head trauma, which is commonly associated with violent shaking or blunt force injuries.
Prosecutors also told the court that the injuries ruled out sudden infant death syndrome.
“This is not a case of SIDS,” a prosecutor reportedly said during the court hearing. “This was ongoing abuse of a vulnerable infant.”
Parents’ Behavior Raised Concerns
Investigators also examined how the parents behaved during the emergency.
An officer noted that the couple’s demeanor seemed unusual given the seriousness of their child’s condition.
Authorities say the parents also waited about an hour after noticing the baby was acting abnormally before calling 911.
Instead of immediately contacting emergency services, prosecutors said they first called friends and family members.
TikTok Video Discovered During Investigation
During the investigation, authorities reviewed social media activity connected to the case.
Prosecutors told the court that Vanderbeck allegedly posted a TikTok video while her baby was in the hospital fighting for his life.
The video reportedly showed her dancing in the bathroom of the hospital room while upbeat music played in the background.
Investigators cited the video in court while describing the parents’ actions during the period when doctors were treating the infant for critical injuries.
Father’s Statements to Police
During questioning by investigators, Clamor reportedly described an incident involving the baby before the medical emergency.
He allegedly said the child had been fussy during feeding.
According to reports, Clamor told investigators he picked up the baby in a jerking motion while saying, “Why you crying boy?”
He allegedly admitted he jerked back hard while holding the infant.
Both parents reportedly told investigators they may have shaken the baby when he appeared distressed, claiming they were trying to stimulate him.
Doctors later stated the injuries matched patterns commonly seen in cases of violent shaking or blunt trauma.
Criminal Charges Filed
Following the investigation, prosecutors filed serious felony charges against both parents.
Mark Anthony Labaco Clamor faces:
- Second-degree murder
- Second-degree assault of a child
Alyssa Jade Vanderbeck faces:
- Second-degree murder
- Criminal mistreatment
Both suspects were arrested and are currently being held in the Pierce County Jail.
Bail and Legal Proceedings
The court set bail at $1 million for each parent.
The case is expected to move through the Washington state court system as prosecutors present evidence related to the baby’s injuries and the timeline leading to his death.
If convicted, the charges could carry significant prison sentences.
