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Oregon City Nurse Arrested for Alleged Abuse of Infant Patient
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Arrest of In-Home Nurse in Oregon City
On Thursday, 33-year-old Devante Jermaine Hamilton, a registered nurse who provided in-home care for a one-year-old child with multiple complex medical conditions, was taken into custody by the Oregon City Police Department. He was booked into the Clackamas County Jail on charges that include first-degree criminal mistreatment, third-degree assault, harassment and menacing.
Investigation and Allegations
Detectives from the Oregon City Police Department and the Oregon Department of Human Services began their joint investigation on September 18 after receiving reports of “suspicious injuries” on the infant. Police say the investigation uncovered evidence that Hamilton physically abused the child on several occasions over a period of months. The child’s injuries were described as suspicious, prompting the agencies to examine Hamilton’s prior work history, which includes positions in various healthcare-related settings.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Hamilton faces four criminal counts: first-degree criminal mistreatment, third-degree assault, harassment, and menacing. The case is being processed in Clackamas County. Police have indicated that the scope of the investigation could expand, noting the possibility of additional victims or witnesses who may possess further information.
Official Police and Agency Response
The Oregon City Police Department released a statement confirming the arrest and outlining the charges. The department emphasized that detectives are continuing to gather evidence and have asked the public to contact the police tip line at 503-905-3505, referencing case number 26-018495. The Oregon Department of Human Services also confirmed its participation in the investigation, stating that the agency is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the infant’s care.
Ongoing Investigation and Public Appeal
Authorities have not disclosed a timeline for court proceedings. Detectives indicated that the investigation remains active and that any new information could influence the case’s direction. The police tip line remains open for individuals who may have knowledge of Hamilton’s interactions with other vulnerable patients or who can provide additional details about the alleged abuse.