Brisbane Woman Charged With Child Poisoning

A Queensland woman has been charged with multiple offenses, including administering poison with intent to harm and fraud, after allegedly giving her one-year-old daughter unauthorized medications to gain attention on social media. The 34-year-old is accused of disregarding medical advice and filming the child in distress to boost her online profile, reportedly raising $60,000 in donations. Her lawyer has requested protective custody due to concerns over public safety and the high-profile nature of the case, which has attracted significant media attention. The woman is currently remanded in custody, with a court hearing scheduled for January 28, 2025, where she may apply for bail. Detective Inspector Paul Dalton stated that the charges were brought to light after hospital staff suspected poisoning when the child was admitted for a serious medical condition. The woman has not yet entered a plea, and any claims of Munchausen syndrome by proxy have not been raised with the police.