Woman, 27, appears in court charged with murder of one-year-old girl on Isle of Wight
Police have been investigating the death of Jayla-Jean Mclaren since last summer
A 27-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with the murder of a one-year-old girl on the Isle of Wight.
Samara Glover, of Dairy Crest Drive, Newport, spoke only to confirm her name and address during the short hearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court.
She is charged with the murder of Jayla-Jean Mclaren and causing or allowing the death of a child.
Glover was remanded in custody to appear at Portsmouth Crown Court on Monday February 2.
Magistrate Andy Sherman told her: "Samara Glover you have heard what happened this morning.
"This case will be sent to Portsmouth Crown Court for your next appearance which will be 2nd February, Monday.
"In the meantime you will be remanded in custody."
Jayla-Jean died in hospital on August 3 2025 after being taken there with serious injuries on August 1, according to Hampshire Constabulary.
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.
He has been released on conditional bail until April 27.
Police statement
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 through police, the girl's family said: "Mummy, daddy, and nanny will always love you. Fly high princess."