A father accused of a shocking crime has revealed why he allegedly killed his girlfriend and newborn baby. Prosecutors say 28-year-old Brandon Isabelle shot 27-year-old Danielle Hoyle before throwing their two-day-old daughter, Kennedy, into the Mississippi River.

Isabelle, who worked at FedEx, was reportedly in a relationship with Danielle while also dating another colleague. Court documents claim he wanted the baby gone because it threatened his other relationship. “He admitted he did not want the child,” prosecutors told the court.

On January 31, 2022, Danielle was found dead near her car, while Kennedy’s body has never been recovered. Investigators say Isabelle confessed on video, telling police he killed Danielle and threw the baby into the river. Danielle’s mother later testified, recalling her warnings: “If he’s not treating his wife right, how’s he going to treat you right?”

Isabelle has pleaded not guilty, but prosecutors say they have DNA, video, and witness evidence against him. This devastating case leaves a family grieving and a community asking—how can anyone protect innocent lives from such cruelty?