Andrea Loving has been booked on an upgraded murder charge after prosecutors say her Google search history showed queries such as "signs my child is dying" while her 5-year-old daughter, Izabella Loving, deteriorated and later died in April. Charging documents allege Izabella suffered multiple traumatic injuries and was forced to sleep in a locked, makeshift box; investigators also cite text messages and alleged limited feeding. Both parents waived preliminary hearings and their cases were bound over to the Second Judicial District Court.
Mother’s Google Searches Cited as Murder Charge Is Added in 5-Year-Old’s April Death
Nevada prosecutors say Andrea Loving searched the internet for medical clues about her 5-year-old daughter Izabella’s worsening condition instead of seeking professional care, and this week they upgraded her charge to include murder in connection with the child’s April death.
Prosecutors Allege Internet Searches and Texts Point to Neglect
Washoe County charging documents reviewed by local outlets allege investigators recovered text messages and a Google search history that suggested Andrea "contributed to the physical abuse" of Izabella and failed to get medical help as the child’s condition declined. Reported searches include phrases such as "signs my child is dying," "how long can you go without food," "kidneys failing," "my five year old is peeing blood," and "dark blood on boil when popping."
Allegations of Physical Abuse and Living Conditions
Authorities say Izabella was found unresponsive in the family’s Cold Springs, Nevada, home on April 3. The probable cause affidavits allege the girl had multiple traumatic injuries across her body and face, including 10 facial injuries such as a black eye and a gash. Investigators also allege Izabella was forced to sleep in a locked, makeshift box while her siblings slept in a queen-sized bed.
Statements, Denials and Reported Admissions
In a July 28 police interview after her arrest, Andrea reportedly denied physically beating Izabella and told investigators that her husband, Nicholas Loving, was responsible for the child’s injuries. According to the affidavit, Andrea said:
"I should go to jail for not helping her and Nick should go to jail for killing her."
Legal Proceedings
Washoe County District Attorney Chris Hicks announced the upgrade to a murder charge came after "additional evidence and continued investigative efforts." Both Andrea and Nicholas Loving waived their preliminary hearings in Reno Justice Court and their cases were bound over to the Second Judicial District Court for further proceedings. Local court records show Nicholas Loving’s next appearance is scheduled for January 7; a court date for Andrea has not yet been set.
Prosecutor’s Statement and Next Steps
DA Hicks said the loss of Izabella weighs heavily on the community and his office, adding that prosecutors will provide information as permitted while protecting the integrity of the legal process. The investigation and prosecution are ongoing.
Reporting notes: The allegations summarized above are drawn from charging documents and probable cause affidavits reported by local news outlets, including News 4-Fox 11, KOLO-TV and the Reno Gazette-Journal. Charges are allegations; defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
