by Chicago, IL – A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Chicago this year when Anthony Evans, 23, was arrested for allegedly returning his 2-month-old son dead in a stroller to the child’s mother. This tragic case has stunned the community and raised urgent conversations about child safety and abuse.
The infant, Kayson Flowers, was found unresponsive and later pronounced deceased, with a coroner’s report confirming death due to multiple injuries consistent with child abuse. Months after the investigation began, authorities charged Evans with one felony count of murder with strong probability of death/injury.
A Week of Tragedy and Deception
Evans was allowed to care for Kayson for one week starting April 19, 2025. When he returned Kayson to his mother, Kayla Flowers, on April 28, he reportedly had the baby covered in a car seat stroller and told her the infant was asleep. Kayla, unaware of the grim reality, took the baby inside her home to avoid the rain.
Within minutes, Kayla uncovered the stroller only to find Kayson “unresponsive—black and blue”. The shock and grief were immeasurable as doctors informed the family that the child had been dead for six to eight hours.
Investigation and Legal Proceedings
- Investigation began immediately upon the infant being found unresponsive on April 28, 2025.
- Evans was arrested on November 13, 2025, months after the tragic discovery.
- He has been charged with a felony count of murder connected to the likely child abuse death.
- Plea and attorney details remain unavailable at this time.
“My son didn’t deserve that. He was only 2 months… 2 months. He can’t fight back,” Kayla told ABC7, expressing the unimaginable heartbreak of losing her infant son under such tragic circumstances.
Community Response and Awareness
This case, heavily reported by local news outlets and shared on the Justice For’Kayson Facebook page, has drawn significant attention to the severity of child abuse. Advocacy groups urge everyone to remain vigilant and report suspected abuse.
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Resources and Support for Domestic Violence Victims
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, confidential help is available 24/7 through the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or thehotline.org. The service supports victims in over 170 languages.
What Happens Next?
As the legal process moves forward, the community is watching closely as justice for little Kayson is sought. This tragic case serves as a grave reminder of the vulnerability of infants and the imperative to protect them from harm.
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