Ariah Phillips

Murdered
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Ariah Phillips, a 6-month-old infant from Louisville, Kentucky, tragically died on February 7, 2011, due to severe head injuries. She was brought to Kosair Children's Hospital by her mother, Whitney Phillips, and her mother's boyfriend, James McElroy. Initially, the pair faced drug-related charges, but as investigations progressed, they were later charged with the murder of Ariah. The case went through several legal proceedings, including a plea deal, though it remains a heartbreaking example of ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Ariah Phillips

    March 28, 2022

    Female

    African-American / Black

    Louisville

    KY

    2011-02-07

    Ariah

    Phillips

    Yes

    10/11/2024

    1


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    Does anyone have any theories on the murder of Ariah? I've been following the case closely and am cu... ...Read More
    02/18/2023
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