Evansville Father Sentenced to 60 Years for Infant's Murder

Shane Hedrick, an Evansville father, has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for the murder of his six-month-old son. Hedrick was found guilty of multiple felony charges, including murder and neglect, following the January 2024 death of his child, which authorities say resulted from him striking the infant. During the emotional sentencing hearing, family members pleaded for leniency, claiming Hedrick was a devoted father and that the jury did not receive all pertinent evidence. The courtroom atmosphere was tense, with emotional testimonies from Hedrick's mother and cousin, who argued that the full story was not presented in court. The child's mother, Loreena Nance, accepted a plea deal and received probation for her role in the case. This tragic incident has drawn attention to issues of child welfare and domestic violence in the community.