A woman in Louisiana is facing charges related to the severe injury of her infant son. The child suffered burns and a broken leg. Authorities claim the mother's actions were intentional.

The mother, who is 26 years old, was taken into custody on Wednesday. Her son's injuries include second-degree burns and a femur fracture that requires surgery. Further information on this incident can be found through local Louisiana news sources, including WSMV's affiliate WVUE.