> At a Glance
> – Kristen Bass, 28, faces a $10 million bond after allegedly shooting her daughter, Acelynn Moss, on January 1 in Sulphur, Louisiana
> – The child’s father, Bradley Moss, says Bass claimed she was “sending the baby to God” and threatened their 2-year-old next
> – Why it matters: The case highlights a rare but devastating form of domestic violence that left a family shattered and a community in shock
A 911 call sent Sulphur Police to a Quelqueshue Street home at 8:21 p.m. on New Year’s Day. Inside, officers found 1-year-old Acelynn Moss fatally shot. Investigators quickly charged the toddler’s mother, Kristen Bass, with first-degree murder and set her bond at $10 million.
Father’s Account
Bradley Moss, the victim’s father, told Fox 8 he heard a single loud boom, ran into the room, and saw Bass holding a gun while their older daughter, age 2, stood nearby crying. He claims Bass stated:
> “I just sent our baby to God.”
He also alleges she added:
> “Now I gotta get her,” referring to the surviving child.
Moss says he intervened before any further harm occurred, preventing a second tragedy.
Investigation Status
- Weapon recovered at the scene
- Second child unharmed and now with relatives
- Sgt. Jeremy Cain is the lead contact for tips: 337-527-4558
Police have not disclosed a motive beyond the father’s statement. The department declined additional comment when contacted by News Of Los Angeles on January 3.
Key Takeaways
- Kristen Bass remains in custody on $10 million bond
- Acelynn Moss would have turned 2 later this year
- The Louisiana community is rallying around the grieving father and surviving sibling
The case is expected to proceed to a grand jury in the coming weeks.
