An Investigation Has Started into a Foster Child's DeathThe child was brought to a hospital in Beauregard Parish and eventually succumbed to injuries. When the child's death occurred, officials with the Sheriff's Office opened an investigation into the little girl's death. Get our free mobile appLouisiana Foster Child Who Died Has Been IdentifiedOfficials say the 18-month-old girl has been identified as Melanie Trahan. Beauregard Sheriff's Office Chief of Investigations Sylvester Denmond told KPLC the little girl had brain hemorrhaging, not in one area, but in several areas. Investigators Believe Abuse Caused a Louisiana Foster Baby's DeathThe investigation started as officials say the death of this foster child is believed to have been caused by the abuse of the child.