Campbell County, TN officials indict mother, boyfriend in connection with child's death

JACKSBORO, Tenn. - Campbell County authorities on Tuesday arrested the mother of a 3-year-old girl who died June 10 and are searching for her boyfriend in connection with the child's death.

Gabriella Orton, age 3, was brought into LaFollette Medical Center June 10 where she was pronounced dead. She was brought to the emergency room by her mother's boyfriend, Joshua Adam Comer, 33. Authorities said there was evidence of serious physical abuse.

Amber Leann Rezentes, 29, of LaFollette, was arrested Tuesday and Campbell County Sheriff Robbie Goins said deputies are searching for Comer.

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