Fort Worth Woman Sentenced for Infant Murder
A 59-year-old woman pleaded guilty and received 30 years in prison for the 2024 death of an 8-month-old infant.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Babies
Dulce Gomez was sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to murder in the 372nd District Court. The case stems from the death of 8-month-old Fabian Arjon, who died of suffocation in Southwest Fort Worth.
Why it matters
The conviction concludes a high-profile case involving a tragic infant death in Tarrant County. The sentencing process included a negotiated plea agreement between the prosecution and the defense attorneys.
The defendant, 59, received a 30-year sentence with parole eligibility beginning after 15 years. The sentencing followed a guilty plea entered in the 372nd District Court 22 days after the infant's initial booking into jail.
The players
Dulce Gomez
She is a 59-year-old non-citizen who was convicted of murdering an infant.
Fabian Arjon
He was an 8-month-old infant who died due to suffocation in Southwest Fort Worth.
The details
The incident occurred when the defendant smothered the infant with a pillow, leading to his death at Cook Children's Medical Center. Following the plea deal, the Tarrant County court finalized the sentencing for the non-citizen defendant.
Timeline
November 2024 marks the month the infant was killed.
Nov. 4, 2024, is the date Fabian Arjon died.
Monday marks when the guilty plea was formally entered.
Legal Context
This case follows the standard sentencing framework outlined by the Texas Penal Code for murder convictions. The 30-year term reflects the state's approach to cases involving the death of a vulnerable minor in Tarrant County.
The resolution of this case brings a conclusion to a violent crime investigation in the Southwest Fort Worth area. Residents can expect the legal proceedings to transition toward the long-term incarceration phase for the defendant.
The takeaway
Families seeking support during times of crisis can contact local social services or law enforcement for guidance. Understanding community resources is an essential step for ensuring the well-being of infants in the area.
Further reading
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