Trial Date Set for Grandparents Accused in Scalding Case
Posted/updated on: August 17, 2012 at 9:43 am
SMITH COUNTY — The trial for an East Texas couple accused of scalding the feet of their 2-year-old granddaughter is set for September 24th in Smith County. Kenneth and Shelley Walker, Whitehouse, are each charged with 1st degree felony injury to a child. According to KETK, they face up to life in prison if convicted. Bridget Walker was severely burned on her feet and ankles when she was reportedly placed in a bath tub with scalding water back in February. Both grandparents were at the house at the time of the incident. The toddler was flown to Parkland Hospital and later placed in the custody of Child Protective Services.
