UPDATE: A shocking tragedy unfolded in Sulphur, Louisiana, as Kristin Bass, 28, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder after allegedly shooting her one-year-old daughter, Acelynn Moss, in front of her two-year-old daughter and the children’s father. The incident occurred on January 1, 2026, just after 8 PM, leaving the community in disbelief.
Authorities confirm that police responded to a shooting at Bass’s home on Quelqueshue Street. Upon arrival, they discovered Acelynn deceased and found Bradley Moss, the children’s father, in a state of shock. He reported hearing the gunshot before rushing into the room to find Bass standing over their lifeless child, holding the firearm. In a chilling statement, he recalled Bass saying, “I just sent our baby to God… Now I gotta get her.”
The emotional impact of this incident is devastating. Bradley Moss expressed his anguish, stating, “I almost lost two babies. I lost one because her mama wanted to send her to God.” The two-year-old girl has since been placed in the custody of the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services.
Following her arrest, Bass was booked into the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office with a bond set at a staggering $10 million. The motive behind the alleged shooting remains unclear, raising questions about the circumstances leading up to this heartbreaking event. If convicted, Bass faces life in prison without the possibility of parole, or potentially a death sentence if prosecutors pursue a capital verdict.
In addition to the murder charge, Bass received an extra charge of Direct Contempt of Court during her initial proceedings, indicating troubling behavior following her arrest. This charge, while minor in the context of her more severe allegations, adds further complexity to an already harrowing situation.
This incident echoes a recent case from December, where a father shot his wife and injured his stepdaughter in a fit of rage, highlighting an alarming trend of domestic violence escalating to tragic consequences.
As the investigation continues, the community is left searching for answers and grappling with the aftermath of this unimaginable loss. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward as they piece together the events that led to this shocking crime.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
