Indianapolis Woman Charged With Attempted Murder After Alleged “Sacrifice” Attempt on One-Year-Old Child

Indianapolis, Indiana — An Indianapolis woman is behind bars without bond after authorities say she attempted to kill a one-year-old child during what investigators described as a disturbing alleged “sacrifice” incident. Kendra Lee Proctor, 37, was taken into custody on Sunday, January 18, and now faces multiple felony charges following a late-night emergency call that prompted a police response.

According to police records, officers were dispatched to a residence around 10:30 p.m. after a 911 call reported an incident involving a child. What responding officers encountered was later described by investigators as deeply troubling.

Witness Describes Sudden and Alarming Behavior Shift

An adult witness at the scene told police that she and Proctor had been watching a movie described as religious in nature when Proctor’s behavior reportedly changed. The witness said Proctor began asking unusual questions related to the film’s content, prompting concern.

The witness then went to check on the one-year-old child and reported discovering Proctor allegedly sitting on the child’s face. Investigators say the child was screaming at the time. In an effort to stop the situation and protect the child, the witness told authorities she physically intervened to pull Proctor away.

Statements Made During Investigation Raise Further Concerns

During the investigation, police say Proctor made several statements that heightened concerns about her mental state and intent. According to the witness and police records, Proctor allegedly said things such as:

• “I thought this is what you wanted me to do”
• “This is what I’m supposed to do”

Authorities also allege that Proctor admitted she wanted to sacrifice the child and claimed she was attempting to provoke the witness into killing her.

Child Found Physically Unharmed

Despite the severity of the allegations, emergency medical personnel examined the one-year-old child at the scene and determined that the child was not physically injured.

Police have not released additional details about the child’s condition beyond confirming no visible physical harm was detected at the time of the examination.

Charges Filed and Current Custody Status

Proctor has been formally charged with two felony counts, including attempted murder and child molestation, according to jail records. She is currently being held without bond at the Marion County Jail as the case moves through the legal system. Authorities have not released further information regarding a court date or whether a mental health evaluation has been ordered.

Investigation Ongoing

Law enforcement officials say the investigation remains ongoing. Additional details may emerge as prosecutors review evidence and witness statements.

Cases involving alleged harm to children are handled with heightened scrutiny, and officials emphasize that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. For continued coverage of major crime cases and verified public safety updates from Indiana and surrounding regions, stay with NapervilleLocal.com.