Former Pageant Queen Faces Charges in Boyfriend’s Toddler Death
Trinity Poague, a former pageant queen from Georgia, faces serious legal challenges following the tragic death of her boyfriend’s toddler. Her court appearance on October 2, 2025, marked another step in a harrowing case that has garnered significant media attention.
Charges and Court Proceedings
Poague was arrested on January 19, 2024, after 18-month-old Romeo Angeles was found unresponsive in her college dorm room at Georgia Southwestern State University. Angeles, also known as “Jaxton,” was later pronounced dead at a local hospital.
She currently faces six charges related to the incident:
- Malice murder
- Cruelty to children in the first degree
- Two counts of felony murder
- Two counts of aggravated battery
Poague has pleaded not guilty to all charges. During the recent hearing, a trial is anticipated to commence in early December 2025, with a pre-trial hearing set for November 17.
Indictment Details
The indictment details unsettling allegations. It accuses Poague of inflicting blunt force trauma to the toddler’s head and torso, resulting in serious injuries. The indictment highlights that the injuries caused significant damage to his liver and rendered his brain unusable.
Background and Current Status
In 2023, Poague was crowned Miss Donalsonville, which is located roughly four hours south of Atlanta, near the Alabama-Florida-Georgia border. However, she lost her title following her arrest, as confirmed by Early County News. Poague has since been released on a $75,000 bond, as she waits for her trial.
This case continues to unfold, drawing public interest and raising important discussions about child safety and legal accountability.
