A 19-year old father, Kelton Ragan, was sentenced to eight years in jail for child abuse. He was convicted of breaking his 3-month-old son's leg when lifting him up.
Kelton pleaded guilty but added that the incident was not intentional. In a McCracken County courtroom, Monday, he said to the judge, "What happened was a freak accident due to recklessness.
“I never intentionally meant to do anything to my son."
Kelton's grandfather, Keith, spoke on behalf of his grandson's character. He testified that Kelton was well-behaved and never aggressive. Keith choked back tears while he spoke.
He said, "Contrary to how Kelton has been characterized, we do not believe he intentionally hurt his son on that eventful morning.
"He was reckless, and frankly, I agree with those who say stupid and lazy."
Kelton's grandmother held onto him as he and his grandfather asked for a shorter sentence.

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