Williston Daycare Worker Facing 20 Years As Abuse Trial Starts

(Watford City, ND) — The child abuse trial of a Williston daycare provider is underway. Torrie Vader is accused of causing permanent brain damage to a baby after shaking the child in 2021. Prosecutors say Vader’s actions caused the child’s injuries, but the defense claims the baby had symptoms prior to the incident. Vader is facing up to 20 years in prison if convicted on the felony charge.