HENRICO COUNTY, Va. — Attorneys representing the families of infants involved in an ongoing investigation into Henrico Doctors’ Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) have expressed relief after a former NICU nurse, Erin Strotman, was hit with six additional charges. These new charges bring further scrutiny to Strotman’s actions after she was initially charged in connection with one victim, baby “Y.H.”
Strotman, who resides in Chesterfield County, now faces three new charges related to baby “L.M-B,” two charges for baby “L.M-B,” and one charge for baby “A.V.” These charges were added to the preliminary charges related to her first victim, baby “Y.H.” The updated charges, according to court records, are part of an ongoing effort to hold Strotman accountable for her actions in the NICU.
“These charges were expected and they’ve come in due course,” said Lee Livingston, the attorney representing the family of baby L.M-B. “We’re pleased with the work of the prosecutor and her team. Shannon Taylor and her team have done a splendid job so far.”
Henrico County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney, Shannon Taylor, expressed her commitment to the investigation, assuring families that her office would continue to pursue justice for the victims. “We made a promise to these families that we would continue to work on this matter, and I intend on us to keep that promise,” Taylor said during a media briefing.
The investigation originally identified seven babies who suffered “unexplainable fractures” while in the NICU in 2023 and 2024. Recently, Taylor confirmed that one of the three babies involved in the new charges was not included in the initial group of seven, meaning there are now eight infants confirmed to have been victims of these injuries.
“The parents are enduring an agonizing wait as they continue to follow the progression of this case,” Livingston said. “They never imagined they would find themselves in this situation. But at the same time, it’s good to see that the case is moving forward.”
Livingston detailed the severity of baby L.M-B’s injuries, noting that the infant had suffered multiple fractures, with every limb being broken. The child is still undergoing therapy for the injuries. In an exclusive interview with 8News, L.M-B’s mother expressed the heart-wrenching impact of seeing her child injured at such a vulnerable stage of life.
“They [L.M-B’s parents] expected these charges to come, and it’s gratifying to see them made,” Livingston added. “But it’s also heartbreaking for them to have to follow this process when they never thought their child’s life would be derailed in such a shocking and dramatic way.”
Attorneys representing baby Y.H. have also expressed their satisfaction with the ongoing efforts of Henrico County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office. A statement issued by Marks & Harrison, the law firm representing baby Y.H., emphasized their hope that justice would be swiftly served.
“As the attorneys for Baby Y.H., we are pleased that the Commonwealth is pursuing these additional charges against Ms. Strotman in relation to her heinous acts toward Baby Y.H.,” the statement read. “We are hopeful that justice will be swiftly served.”
The attorneys further criticized the decision to allow Strotman to remain on bond, describing it as a decision that allowed her to walk free while the victims continue to suffer.
“While these children, including Baby Y.H., continue to suffer the fallout of these horrendous acts, Erin Strotman remains able to walk around freely,” said Charles R. Calton, an attorney from Marks & Harrison.
Despite the growing number of charges, Strotman remains free on a $25,000 bond, which was granted with conditions last month. She is currently under house arrest at her parents’ home while the investigation continues.
The families affected by Strotman’s alleged actions continue to seek answers and justice, with legal representatives optimistic that every action taken by the former nurse will be uncovered in due course. The case is expected to move forward as more details are revealed, offering hope for closure and accountability in the months ahead.
