Mother charged with killing 17-month-old by giving her salt
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}A South Carolina mother is accused of killing her 17-month-old daughter by feeding her a teaspoon of salt.
Spartanburg County Coroner Rusty Clevenger says Peyton Martines was taken off life support Wednesday afternoon.
Charges against 23-year-old Kimberly Martines of Fingerville have been upgraded to homicide by child abuse.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Solicitor Barry Barnette told local media outlets that Martines fed the toddler salt to try to win back her husband's affection. The two are separated.
Arrest warrants say a pediatrician was concerned in November because Peyton was not gaining wait. But Martines ignored the doctor's referrals to a specialist and an agency that helps babies with developmental delays.
Deputies say a twin sister of the toddler and second sibling are in protective custody.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}It wasn't known if Martines has a lawyer.