Texas Mother Arrested for Selling Newborn on Facebook

Juniper Bryson, a 21-year-old mother from Texas, has been arrested for allegedly trying to sell her newborn baby on Facebook, seeking compensation for adoption before giving birth. She reportedly posted in the 'Birth Mothers Looking for Adoptive Parent(s)' group, expressing that she was in labor and willing to travel for the right adopter. Bryson communicated with a family member about her intentions, revealing the child would test positive for drugs and demanding at least $150 upfront to help her secure housing and employment. The family member's subsequent Facebook post about Bryson's situation led to an investigation by the Houston Police Department. Bryson is charged with felony sale or purchase of a child, a crime punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Her bond has been set at $30,000, with further court proceedings anticipated to clarify her motives.