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Child Overdose In East Pennsboro Lands Woman Endangerment Charges: Police

An Enola woman has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child after a juvenile overdosed in her home, East Pennsboro police announced on Tuesday, Jan. 14.

Lauren Leah Mateo, 36, was charged after a juvenile ingested a controlled substance inside a residence on the 100 block of Adams Street, Enola, on Nov. 5, 2024, police said.

Officers responded to the scene at 8 a.m., providing care to the juvenile victim, according to authorities.

Following an investigation, Mateo was identified as the suspect, and charges were filed, police said.

A preliminary hearing has been scheduled before MDJ Sanderson. Daily Voice has reached out to the court for further details.

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