Tragic Death of 1-Year-Old in Bronx Daycare Sparks Murder Charges

Two suspects, Carlisto Acevedo Brito and Grei Mendez, have been charged with murder and multiple other offenses after a 1-year-old baby died and three other children were hospitalized due to suspected fentanyl exposure at a Bronx daycare center. The suspects' relationship to the daycare is unclear, and the cause of the baby's death is under investigation. The daycare center had passed recent inspections, but a search warrant revealed the presence of drug packaging equipment. The incident highlights the dangers of opioids and fentanyl, particularly for children. Opioids have been found to be the leading cause of poisoning deaths among young children.