The End of the Story

Trial

Verdict & Sentence

Case Background

During the early morning hours of September 21, 2006 a 911 call was made from the Poole home requesting assistance because a child was non-responsive. When emergency personnel arrived they found Carol Poole there with an unresponsive toddler. Allison was transported to a local hospital and then air-lifted to another hospital due to the seriousness of her injuries.

Allison sustained a large skull fracture and her brain was beginning to swell. After her transfer to the other hospital it was determined Allison could not be saved; she was removed from life support on September 22, 2006.

Carol Poole was questioned by detectives about the events that led up to Allison’s injuries and the subsequent 911 call.

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