Shelbyville woman charged with neglect in child's death

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 9:31 AM

By Staff report

A Shelbyville woman has been charged in the death of a child.

Just before 11 p.m. Wednesday, Shelbyville Police Department officers responded to 911 Hale Road, Lot 17, for a report of an unresponsive child. Upon arrival, officers were met outside by Sophie Igou, who was beside her 22-month-old child who laid in the driveway. Officers immediately attempted to render aid, but it was quickly determined that the child was deceased.

SPD investigators were called to the scene and began their investigation. At this time, an autopsy has been requested to determine the cause of death. As part of the ongoing investigation, Igou has been charged with Level 1 Neglect of a Dependent Causing Death. Additional charges are pending at this time.

The Shelbyville Police Department offered thanks to the Shelby County Prosecutor’s Office and the Shelby County Coroner’s Office for their assistance in this investigation. This remains an active investigation.

Anyone with information related to this case are asked to contact Detective Fred McConnaughey or Detective Mark Newman at 317-392-5106. The release from the Shelbyville Police Department reveals additional details will be released when they become available and are able to be released.