by Jonesboro, AK — Authorities in Jonesboro, Arkansas, have revealed shocking new details that drastically alter the narrative surrounding a recent child endangerment case. What was initially believed to be a disturbing incident involving a baby left unattended has now shifted into allegations of false reporting — and the consequences are unfolding quickly.
Mother Charged With Filing a False Report
According to the Jonesboro Police Department, 27-year-old Lyrica Maisha Noble has been charged with one count of filing a false report with a law enforcement agency, a felony under Arkansas law. Investigators now say the child may never have been in danger at all, despite earlier claims that resulted in an arrest.
The accusations originally centered on the baby’s father, 27-year-old Larry Donell Lee, who had been charged based on Noble’s statements. But as the investigation progressed, authorities uncovered significant inconsistencies.
Incident Unfolds on November 6
The incident took place on November 6 outside a residence on Churchill Drive in Jonesboro, a college town approximately 70 miles northwest of Memphis, Tennessee. That day, Lee had been watching the couple’s infant son so Noble could run errands, according to a probable cause affidavit reviewed by investigators.
When the parents later began arguing, Lee told Noble he was returning the child to her home. Noble insisted she was not at the residence — a claim Lee reportedly doubted.
Police say Lee left the baby on the front porch in his car seat, believing Noble would retrieve him once he left.
Mother’s Story Begins to Unravel
Initially, Noble told police that her infant had been left alone outside for approximately 30 minutes, adding alarming details such as finding the child with vomit on him. But that version has now collapsed under scrutiny.
Two days after the original report, Noble dramatically changed her account.
On November 21, Noble admitted she had been home the entire time and retrieved the child immediately after Lee notified her that he had dropped him off. This admission confirmed that the baby was not left alone for any extended period — contradicting her earlier statements that led to Lee’s arrest.
According to an affidavit obtained by NEA Report, Noble’s revised statement clarified that she had provided false information that resulted in Lee being accused of felony child endangerment.
Consequences for False Reporting
Following her confession, Noble was arrested and booked into the Craighead County Detention Center. As of the latest update, she no longer appears on the facility’s roster. Court documents show she is scheduled to appear in court on January 23.
The turn of events effectively vindicates Lee, whose earlier arrest stemmed directly from Noble’s initial claims. Authorities have not yet indicated whether Lee’s charges will be formally dismissed, but the acknowledgment of false reporting casts doubt on the original allegations.
A Case That Raises Serious Questions
This case highlights the devastating consequences that false accusations can have — leading to wrongful arrests, damaged reputations, and wasted investigative resources. Law enforcement officials emphasized the seriousness of filing fraudulent reports, noting that such actions divert attention from real emergencies and endanger public trust.
As the case moves through the court system, both legal outcomes and potential corrections to Lee’s record will be closely watched.
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