Virginia Beach, VA – La’Shaun Quintae Holloway, 27, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder and felony child abuse in connection with the 2019 death of his 2-month-old daughter. The tragic case, which has drawn public outrage, concluded with Holloway’s sentencing on October 6, 2025.
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What Happened
On December 20, 2019, around 10:40 p.m., Virginia Beach Police responded to a home on the 2100 block of Woodcock Lane after receiving a call about an unresponsive infant. Officers found a 2-month-old baby girl who was immediately given life-saving treatment and rushed to a hospital. Despite medical efforts, she died of her injuries on December 22, 2019.
According to prosecutors, Holloway was playing Xbox at the time of the incident. Family members reported hearing him yelling at the infant over his headset before the crying suddenly stopped. The child was later found unresponsive.
Medical experts determined that the baby suffered 26 rib fractures in various stages of healing, along with a skull fracture, fractured clavicle, and brain hemorrhage, injuries consistent with abusive head trauma.
Who Was La’Shaun Holloway / Case Background
Holloway was indicted by a grand jury on October 21, 2021, on charges of second-degree murder and gross child neglect. Evidence presented during the trial showed that his violent actions caused the fatal injuries that led to his daughter’s death. Holloway remained in custody at the Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office throughout the proceedings.
Prosecutors described the case as “one of the most disturbing examples of abuse” they had seen, emphasizing the repeated nature of the child’s injuries and the lack of immediate medical attention.
Sentencing Details and Case Significance
On October 6, 2025, the court sentenced Holloway to 50 years in prison, with 20 years suspended, leaving him to serve 30 years behind bars.
The sentencing followed emotional courtroom testimony and detailed forensic evidence outlining the infant’s suffering.
Authorities say the case underscores the urgent need for stronger protections for vulnerable children and greater community awareness of child abuse warning signs.
Public and Social Media Reactions
News of Holloway’s sentencing has sparked widespread emotional response. Many have expressed grief for the infant and outrage at the brutality of the case.
One social media user wrote:
“This is absolutely heartbreaking. No child should ever endure that kind of pain. Justice has been served, but the loss is beyond words. #JusticeForTheInnocent”
The hashtag #JusticeForTheInnocent has been widely shared to honor the victim and raise awareness about the ongoing fight against child abuse.
Official Statements and Next Steps
The victim’s family has not released a public statement, choosing privacy during this difficult time. Officials confirmed that Holloway’s sentence marks the conclusion of a lengthy legal process that began nearly six years ago.
Authorities hope this case will serve as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and early reporting in cases of suspected abuse.