Mother Charged with Capital Murder

In Wharton, 21-year-old Jasmine Latson has been charged with capital murder in the April death of her 2½-year-old daughter. Police say Latson surrendered last Friday after learning of the warrant. The child was taken to Oakbend Medical Center with breathing issues and later died. Wharton Police and Texas Rangers are investigating. Capital murder in Texas can mean life without parole or the death penalty. Authorities have not released further details as the case remains active.