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South Carolina Woman Charged with Attempted Murder After Inducing Labor

11/20/2025

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Jocelyn Byrum, 20, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, was charged with attempted murder for allegedly terminating her pregnancy at 27 weeks.
Police responded November 12 to a report of a miscarriage at Byrum's home.
Byrum admitted to taking medication to induce labor.
The newborn is in critical condition.
Byrum was arrested November 17 and denied bond.

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Story summary

Jocelyn Byrum, 20, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, was charged with attempted murder for allegedly terminating her pregnancy at 27 weeks.
Police responded November 12 to a report of a miscarriage at Byrum's home.
Byrum admitted to taking medication to induce labor.
The newborn is in critical condition.
Byrum was arrested November 17 and denied bond.