Jessica McClure, known as ‘Baby Jessica’ for her dramatic rescue from a well in 1987, has been arrested and charged with assault in the United States.
According to reports, McClure was taken into custody on April 10, 2024 in Texas and is facing a single count of assault.
The details surrounding the alleged assault have not been disclosed, but authorities have confirmed that McClure is being held at the Tom Green County Jail in San Angelo, Texas pending a court appearance.
For those who may not be familiar, Jessica McClure gained international attention in 1987 after falling into a well in her family’s backyard in Midland, Texas. A dramatic rescue effort ensued, and McClure was eventually pulled to safety after 59 hours.
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