Woman, 27, charged with murder of tragic death of one-year-old on Isle of Wight

The one-year-old tragically died days after being taken to hospital with serious injuries

A 27-year-old woman has been charged with the murder of a one-year-old girl after her tragic death last year. Jayla-Jean Mclaren, labelled a ‘princess’ by her parents, was taken to hospital with serious injuries on the Isle of Wight in August 2025.

Samara Jay Glover has been charged with murder and causing or allowing the death of a child following Jayla-Jean’s death. The infant was taken to hospital on August 1 with serious injuries and died on August 3, according to Hampshire Police.

The 27-year-old, of Dairy Crest Drive in Newport, remains in custody, according to the force. A 31-year-old man, also from Newport, was previously arrested on suspicion of murder, causing or allowing the death of a child, and causing assault/ill treatment/neglect/abandonment of a child/young person to cause unnecessary suffering/injury.

The man has been released on conditional bail until April 27, 2026.

Detective Chief Inspector Gemma Hunter said: “We understand that cases such as this are incredibly concerning and upsetting. However, we kindly ask that you do not speculate on this case, as it could potentially impact any future court proceedings.

“We will provide further updates on this investigation when appropriate.”

In a statement previously issued by police, the girl’s family said: “Mummy, daddy, and nanny will always love you. Fly high princess.”

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