Search for a Man Accused of Injuring His Daughter

QUITMAN — Wood County authorities are asking the public’s help in finding a man who is accused of severely injuring his infant daughter. Jeffrey Lynn Arnold, 32, of Quitman has been charged with continuous family violence. Authorities say the 2 month old girl suffered fractures and bruises. It appeared as if the injuries occurred over a period of time. Arnold is described as a white male, 5′ 8″ tall and weighing around 145 pounds. A $1,000 cash reward is being offered for his arrest. He may be in the Athens and Henderson County area.

In late February the little girl arrived at a Qutiman hospital with four fractured ribs on each side of her chest and a fractured right humerus, or upper arm bone. The child was moved to Children’s Hospital in Dallas. Doctors there determined the infant had 19 fractured bones and additional bruising on her body. The child is now in Child Protective Services custody.

If you know where Arnold may be found, call 903-763-2201 and ask to speak with Sgt. Kyle Henson or any Crime Stoppers representative.