All articles tagged with #toddler death
Authorities are investigating the death of a nearly 2-year-old boy found unresponsive at a playground in Courson Park, Palmdale. The child, who lived with his father nearby, was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Homicide detectives are examining the playground and the boy's residence, with the cause of death still unclear and no arrests made. Neighbors are distraught, noting the area's drug activity.
Michael Ray Reed, a Mansfield father, is accused of failing to safeguard his 2-year-old daughter from fentanyl poisoning, leading to her tragic death. Instead of seeking immediate help, he and his sister allegedly attempted to induce vomiting and ordered an opioid-reversal drug via a food delivery app. The child's mother is calling for justice and urging parents to be vigilant about the deadly consequences of leaving drugs within reach of children. Research shows a significant increase in pediatric deaths from fentanyl in recent years.
Kristel Candelario, sentenced to life in prison for leaving her toddler alone for over a week while she went on vacation, blamed her mental health issues for the decision. She claimed to have been experiencing emotional stress and relationship problems with the girl's father. Candelario's attorneys aim to have her mental state considered in a future appeal. Authorities found the 16-month-old child dead in a playpen surrounded by feces and urine, wrapped in dirty blankets and extremely dehydrated. The judge described Candelario's actions as the "ultimate act of betrayal."
A 2-year-old girl died after an apparent medical emergency at the home of former Winthrop Police Lieutenant James Feeley, who is in jail on child rape charges. The toddler was found unresponsive and rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Initial investigations show no signs of foul play or physical trauma. Feeley, a foster parent with the state Department of Children and Families, is charged with rape and assault of a child under 12. He confessed to the abuse and is no longer employed by the department.
A 2-year-old child found unresponsive in the home of a former Massachusetts police lieutenant, who is facing charges of child rape and indecent assault, has died. The initial investigation indicates no signs of foul play or physical trauma, and an autopsy is awaited to determine the cause of death. The accused, James Feeley, confessed to the crimes and remains in jail. The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families is investigating the allegations against Feeley, who was a foster parent for the agency. The tragic incident has deeply affected the community and first responders.
The police watchdog will investigate the deaths of two-year-old Bronson Battersby and his father, who is believed to have died from a heart attack, leaving the toddler alone to starve. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) will examine whether there were missed opportunities by the police to check on the family. A rapid review into the involvement of social services is also underway, and the council has notified a national panel to make decisions on the next steps. Policing minister Chris Philp has expressed the need for quick answers, while former HM Inspector of Constabulary Zoe Billingham emphasized the importance of clear communication between agencies.
Kelly Richardson, the mother of an 18-month-old girl who died from fentanyl and methamphetamine toxicity, has been arrested on a murder charge. The toddler, referred to as "Baby W," had a high concentration of fentanyl in her blood. Richardson and the child's father, Derek Vaughn Rayo, had fentanyl and opioids in their system at the time of their daughter's death. The parents waited over 12 hours before contacting the police, and investigators found evidence on electronic devices showing the defendants smoking narcotics near the baby. Rayo has been in custody since August and was served with a homicide warrant.
Authorities are investigating the death of a 2-year-old toddler who was found unresponsive at a home in Bergenfield, Bergen County. The child was pronounced dead at a nearby medical center, and no further details or circumstances surrounding the incident have been disclosed.
A 16-month-old toddler in Arkansas died from a rare brain-eating amoeba infection, likely contracted while playing at a country club's splash pad. The child's parents were out of state when the infection occurred. The Arkansas Department of Health confirmed the cause of death and found traces of the amoeba in water samples. The country club voluntarily closed its pool and splash pad, and there is no ongoing risk to the public. Brain-eating amoebas thrive in warm water, and experts suggest that climate change could increase the risk of infections. Symptoms of the infection include headache, nausea, fever, and vomiting, with death occurring within one to 18 days.
A 35-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter, reckless endangerment of a child, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, and driving under the influence after his 2-year-old son died in a brook in Clarksburg, Massachusetts. The man allegedly lost his son while fleeing the scene of a car crash while intoxicated. The toddler was found with drowning injuries and pronounced dead at the hospital. The father is being held on $100,000 cash bail and the incident remains under investigation.