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Jenna Nicole Crabtree was a five-month-old infant who died on August 22, 1996. Born prematurely on March 29, 1996, she spent the first months of her life in the hospital before going home with her parents, Richard and Heather Crabtree, to an apartment in Windham, Maine. Her mother found her unresponsive in a wicker bassinet placed in a closet; first responders pronounced the baby deceased.

An autopsy determined Jenna’s death was a homicide. The medical examiner found a skull fracture consistent with her head being struck with significant force against a hard, flat surface, plus 17 other fractures in various stages of healing — including ribs, femur, ankle, wrist, and shin — injuries described as consistent with repeated shaking, squeezing, and ongoing physical abuse over weeks. Her parents were the sole caregivers during the six weeks she had been home from the hospital. No arrests have been made and investigators say there was insufficient evidence to charge anyone. Jenna’s father later attempted suicide, telling police he was depressed over the loss.

If anyone knew Jenna’s routine, who cared for her, or saw signs of abuse before August 22, 1996, please share what you know.