Woman, 27, charged with murder of one-year-old girl after tragic death on Isle of Wight

Samara Jay Glover, 27, has been charged with the murder of Jayla-Jean Mclaren

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 Jayla-Jean Mclaren, labelled a ‘princess’ by her parents, died in hospital in the Isle of Wight in August 2025(Image: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary)

A 27-year-old woman has been charged with the murder of a one-year-old girl. Jayla-Jean Mclaren, labelled a ‘princess’ by her parents, died in hospital in the Isle of Wight in August 2025.

Samara Jay Glover has been charged with murder and causing or allowing the death of a child following the infant’s passing. Jayla-Jean was died on August 3, two days after she was taken to hospital with serious injuries, according to Hampshire Police.

Police said that Glover, of Dairy Crest Drive in Newport, remains in custody. A man also from Newport, 31, 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.

The 31-year-old has been released on conditional bail until April 27, 2026.

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.

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“We will provide further updates on this investigation when appropriate.”

In a statement previously issued by police, the girl’s family said: “Mummy, daddy, and nanny will always love you. Fly high princess.”