JACKSONVILLE, N.C. — A Jacksonville woman is accused of failing to provide basic care to a child, resulting in serious physical injury, according to arrest warrants.
Ayana Zoe Smith, 27, is charged with felony negligent child abuse inflicting serious physical injury. Jacksonville Police arrested Smith on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The alleged offense is listed as occurring on July 1, 2025.
According to arrest warrants, Smith is accused of showing reckless disregard for human life by failing to feed and provide sustenance to a child, leading to serious injury.
Jail records show Smith is being held at the Onslow County Detention Center without bond. She is scheduled to appear in court Wednesday, April 29.
No additional details have been released.