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Infant Death
Harrisburg, PA
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Baby Girl Dropped, Shaken To Death By Harrisburg Man
A Harrisburg man has been convicted and sentenced in the death of a 3-month-old Pennsylvania baby girl, bringing an end to a case Daily Voice has followed since the infant was hospitalized. Eriezer Melendez Jr., 38, pleaded nolo contendere to third-degree murder during a March 19 hearing before Perry County President Judge Kenneth A. Mummah, according to court records obtained by Daily Voice. A nolo contendere plea means a defendant does not admit guilt but accepts conviction and punishment. Under the plea agreement, five additional charges were dismissed. The case began on Nov. 15, 2024,…
Fairfax, VA
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Cold Case Cracked: Fairfax Woman Arrested In 1991 Baby Jane Doe Landfill Death, Police Say
A Virginia woman has been arrested in connection with a decades-old Kentucky cold case involving the death of an infant after using technology to re-examine evidence, officials say. Jennifer Cummins, 55, of Fairfax, was arrested on Tuesday, Jan. 6, by the Fairfax County Police Fugitive Tracking and Apprehension Team, in connection with a grisly 1991 infant death investigation in Madison County, according to Kentucky State Police. The arrest stems from the death of an unidentified female infant, known as Baby Jane Doe, who was discovered in 1991 at the former Richmond Landfill in Madison Cou…
Muhlenberg, PA
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Death Of 8-Week-Old Infant Under Investigation In PA, Officials Say
Authorities are investigating the death of an 8-week-old baby girl from Lehigh County. The Lehigh County Coroner’s Office & Forensic Center was notified around 3:35 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, by Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg Emergency Department regarding the infant’s death, according to Coroner Daniel A. Buglio. The baby, from Coplay, was pronounced dead at 2:35 p.m., Buglio said. An autopsy and radiology were completed Wednesday at the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office & Forensic Center. The cause and manner of death remain under investigation. The Coplay Borough Police Department a…
Leesburg, VA
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Infant Dies After Family Member’s Strangulation In Leesburg; ICE Hold Filed On Suspect: Police
The 8-month-old infant who was strangled by a family member in Virginia died shortly after midnight on Tuesday, Sept. 23, Leesburg Police Chief Thea Pirnat confirmed. At around 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 17, officers were called to the unit block of Hancock Place NE for a report of a child not breathing. The infant was taken to an area hospital and listed in critical condition after investigators said the child was the victim of an assault. She died shortly after midnight on Tuesday, Sept. 23, officials said. "It is with profound sadness that I must announce the infant victim in this cas…
Aston-Brookhaven, PA
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4th Infant Found Dead After Eviction; Tenant Mom Slapped With New Charges: Affidavit (
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A fourth infant has been discovered dead inside a Pennsylvania home, where three others were previously found, after a landlord began cleaning the property following an eviction, according to new court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Thursday, Sept. 18. Jessica M. Mauthe, 39, of Ford City, is charged with criminal homicide, involuntary manslaughter, four counts of concealment of the death of a child, and four counts of abuse of a corpse, according to a newly filed criminal complaint and docket records. The remains were discovered on Friday, Sept. 13, inside a home on Oak Avenue after t…
Reading, PA
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6-Month-Old Infant Boy Found Dead In Poconos Parents' Bed: Police
A 6-month-old boy was found dead in his parents’ bed in Tobyhanna, Pocono Mountain Regional Police announced on Monday, Sept. 15. Officers were called to 8523 Hillcrest Drive at 8:47 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13, for a report of an infant not breathing, according to Chief Chris Wagner. Officers began CPR, but lifesaving measures were unsuccessful. The investigation revealed the infant had been sick for several days before he was discovered cold and unresponsive while in bed with his parents, the police explained. The investigation remains ongoing.
Lakewood, NJ
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Lakewood Parents Indicted In Murder Of Infant Daughter: Prosecutor
Two Lakewood parents have been indicted by a grand jury with murdering their three-month old daughter, authorities announced Wednesday, Sept. 10. On Monday, May 5 at 7:20 p.m., Lakewood Township police responded to a residence on Pinehurst Drive for a report of an infant having difficulty breathing, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. The infant was transported to Ocean University Medical Center and then to an intensive care unit at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead the next day, Billhimer said. A post-mortem examination of the infant determ…
Washington-Roxbury, CT
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1-Month-Old Washington, CT, Boy Dies After Disappearing With Mom: Police
A Connecticut infant who vanished with his mother over the weekend has died from injuries he sustained while missing, according to state police. Sadie Fleming, 27, disappeared from her home in Washington, Connecticut, between midnight and 7 a.m. on Sunday, June 8, along with her 1-month-old son, Hudson, police said. Authorities issued a Silver Alert to help find them. Search teams located Fleming around 5:45 p.m. that same day on a remote wooded road in Washington. Hudson was found with life-threatening injuries, and paramedics rushed him to a nearby hospital. EMTs also transported F…
Drexel Hill-Upper Darby, PA
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1-Month-Old Girl Dies After Being Found Unresponsive In Philadelphia Home: Police
An infant girl was found unresponsive by her parents inside their Philadelphia home and later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital, authorities said. Police and medics responded to the 1800 block of North 27th Street around 7:13 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30, after the parents of a 1-month-old infant called for help, Philadelphia police said. Medics with the Philadelphia Fire Department rushed the baby girl to St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, where she was pronounced dead at 7:56 p.m., officials said. The scene was secured and the Special Victims Unit is leading the investigation…
Lakewood, NJ
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'Where Is Your Baby?' New Details Released In Death Of Lakewood Baby Left In Car
Moshe Ehrlich, a 35-year-old Lakewood resident, forgot to drop his infant son off at the babysitter, leaving him in a hot car for two hours before he died, according to charging documents obtained by Daily Voice. Ehrlich is charged with endangering the welfare of a child, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. At 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, Lakewood police responded to 5th Street and found a 4-month old infant inside a vehicle in distress, Billhimer said. First responders attempted to render lifesaving aid to the infant, and he was transported to Monmouth Medical Center Souther…
Lakewood, NJ
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Lakewood Father Charged In Infant Son's Death After Left Alone In Car: Prosecutor
A 35-year-old Lakewood father has been charged in the death of his infant son, who was left alone in a car on Tuesday, March 18, authorities said. Moshe Ehrlich is charged with endangering the welfare of a child after he left the baby alone in his vehicle for an extended period of time, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. At 1:45 p.m., Lakewood police responded to 5th Street and found a 4-month old infant inside a vehicle in distress, Billhimer said. First responders attempted to render lifesaving aid to the infant, and he was transported to Monmouth Medical Center Sou…
Lakewood, NJ
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Infant Found In Lakewood Minivan Dies: Prosecutor
A 4-month old infant died after he was found in a vehicle on Tuesday, March 18, authorities said. At 1:45 p.m., police responded to 5th Street and found paramedics rendering lifesaving aid to the baby, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said. The baby was transported to Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, where he was pronounced dead, Billhimer said. The incident remains under investigation, Billhimer said.
Bladensburg-Cheverly, MD
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Infant's Death Ruled Homicide—Babysitter Now Behind Bars In Montgomery County: Police
A Maryland man has been arrested and charged with murder after a 7-month-old infant died while in his care, authorities said. Terron Christopher Matasaran, 36, of Bladensburg, is facing second-degree murder and first-degree child abuse charges in connection with the baby’s death, according to the Montgomery County Police Department. The case began on Monday, September 23, 2024, when officers responded to a home on Stewart Lane in Silver Spring for reports of an unresponsive baby boy. Matasaran, who had been babysitting the infant as a favor to the child’s family, claimed the baby had falle…
Milford, CT
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CT Dad Ruled Not Competent to Stand Trial After Infant Found Dead in Milford Motel Tub: Report
A Connecticut father who allegedly left his infant daughter to die in a motel bathtub last summer has been deemed incompetent to stand trial, according to reports. Dale Kirkland, 31, of Bridgeport, is charged with murder and other offenses for allegedly leaving his baby in a tub at the Mayflower Motel in Milford on Aug. 21, 2024, police said. Original Report: Father Accused of Drowning Baby in Milford Motel Arrested NBC Connecticut reported on Wednesday, Jan. 8, that a court had ruled Kirkland incompetent to stand trial. However, the ruling does not end the case against him. A judge ord…
Wayne, NJ
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Breaking
: Baby Found Dead In Wayne, Prosecutor Says
A 7-month-old baby was found dead in Wayne on Wednesday, Dec. 4, authorities said. Wayne police officers were called to Route 23 and Ratzer Road around 1:40 p.m. on reports of a deceased infant, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Wayne Police Deputy Chief Joseph Rooney said. Upon arrival, the police located a possible crime scene and a 7- 7-month-old infant, who was subsequently pronounced dead. It was not immediately clear where exactly the harrowing discovery was made. The investigation remains active and ongoing. More information will be released once it becomes avail…
Middletown-Lower Swatara, PA
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PA Mom Remembers Infant Daughter In Heartbreaking Obituary
The mother of an infant who died in a tragic co-sleeping incident on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, in Middletown shared a moving tribute to her daughter in the weeks before her arrest announced by police on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Jenna Beachley, 25, is facing charges of involuntary manslaughter and endangering the welfare of a child following the death of her two-month-old daughter, Azriel Marie Renee Beachley. Azriel’s obituary, posted by Matinchek Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., describes the infant as her mother’s source of unconditional love and healing. “Azriel Marie Renee Beach…
Harrisburg, PA
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Exclusive
: PA Mom Of Baby Girl Who Died Speaks Out Amid Abusive Murder Case
The mother of a 3-month-old girl who died under suspicious circumstances spoke exclusively to Daily Voice on Wednesday morning, Nov. 27, sharing her perspective on the events leading up to the tragedy and the allegations that followed. In the emotional interview, the infant’s mom denied that her daughter was ever shaken or dropped, contradicting details outlined in the affidavit. "She was fully conscious when in the shower because she cried when she first went in," she said. "It was only a few minutes before I was called, and she was limp with mucus coming from both her nose and mouth. While…
Harrisburg, PA
Breaking News
PA Man Accused Of Shaking Infant Now Charged With Murder
The tragic case involving Eriezer Eddie Melendez Jr., 37, of Harrisburg, has escalated as the 3-month-old baby he was accused of shaking has died from her injuries, a source close to the family told Daily Voice. The infant was removed from life support on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., and passed away at 10:35 p.m., according to family sources. As a result, Melendez now faces a Felony 1 Murder charge in addition to five other charges: Felony 1: Aggravated assault – victim less than 13 years old and defendant 18 or older. Felony 2: Aggravated assault – victim less than 6 years old a…
Middletown-Lower Swatara, PA
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PA Mom Charged After Infant Dies In Co-Sleeping Incident: Affidavit
An unresponsive infant was found at a Middletown home on the 200 block of East Main Street on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, police announced on Tuesday, Nov. 26, the same day Daily Voice obtained court documents on the case. The child, a 2-month-old girl, was pronounced dead at Hershey Medical Center after emergency responders performed CPR. Authorities allege the baby’s mother, 25-year-old Jenna Beachley, was intoxicated when she co-slept with the child, resulting in her death. Court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Tuesday, Nov. 26, detail the moments leading to the tragedy. Beachley rep…
National Interest
1 Dead, 10 Sickened, Including In NY, In Listeria Outbreak Involving Meat, Poultry Products
A multi-state Listeria outbreak linked to meat and poultry products has killed an infant and sickened at least 10 others. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health officials are investigating infections linked to recalled Yu Shang Food ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. The illnesses were in New York, New Jersey, California, and Illinois between Wednesday, July 31 and Thursday, Oct. 24, the agency said. Of 11 people with information available, nine have been hospitalized. In California, one pregnant woman and her twins were sick and both infants died. But …
Allentown, PA
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Infant Drowns In Bathtub, Allentown Mom Charged With Involuntary Manslaughter: Reports
An Allentown mother was charged with involuntary manslaughter after her infant son drowned in the bathtub of their residence, authorities said. Megan Ramsey, 24, was charged for leaving the boy unattended in the bathtub with the water running, leading to his drowning, according to the affidavit. Ramsey was charged on Monday, Oct. 21, according to court documents. The drowning happened in the 1800 block of South Church Street on Wednesday, April 24, the affidavit states. The boy was 13 months old at the time. Ramsey left him in the bathtub unsupervised with some toys while…
Elizabeth, NJ
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Two-Month-Old Dies In Elizabeth: Authorities
A two-month-old infant died in Elizabeth on Monday, Oct. 21, authorities said. Police responded to a report of an unresponsive infant at Pingry Place, a spokeswoman for the city said. Both parents were working, and their eldest child was watching his younger siblings, including the infant, when the infant had a medical emergency, authorities said. The infant was pronounced dead at Trinitas Hospital, authorities said. The Division of Child Protection and Permanency was notified, authorities said. No foul play was suspected and the incident remains under investigation, authorities said.
Riverhead, NY
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Death Of 7-Month-Old Under Investigation In Riverhead
An investigation is under way after a 7-month-old died on Long Island. Officers responded to a 911 call reporting that the baby at a Riverhead residence, on 3rd Street, was unconscious and not breathing. CPR was performed, but the infant was pronounced dead at Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead. Riverhead Town PD detectives and the Suffolk County Medical Examiner's Office are investigating the circumstances that led to the child's death. Police said social workers have been made available to assist the family. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
East Haven, CT
Breaking News
Ansonia Baby Who Drowned After Being Left Unattended In East Haven Bathtub ID'd
Police have identified the infant who drowned in a bathtub in Connecticut over the weekend as a 7-month-old from New Haven County, authorities said on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Angel Josiah Rodriguez was being cared for by family members in East Haven on Sunday, Oct. 6, when he was left unattended in a tub, police said. The boy's mother, who is from Ansonia, was not at the Redfield Avenue home when the boy died. Paramedics were called to the home around 9 p.m. and rushed him to Yale-New Haven Hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead about an hour later, police said. Investigat…
Lebanon, PA
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Fatal
Fire
: Infant Killed, Grandma, 3 Children Burned; Lebanon Community Rallies
The Lebanon community is rallying for the Navarre and Miller families after a fire killed an infant, and burned three children under 5 years old and a grandmother, according to a GoFundMe verified by Daily Voice on Monday, Sept. 16. The fire broke out in the second floor of the Navarre home located in the 1300 block of Brandywine Street in Lebanon at 9:52 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 13, as Daily Voice previously reported. "While Brian was at work his home caught fire with his 4 children (all 5 and under) and their grandmother inside," Amber Bouillon wrote in a GoFundMe she organized f…
Newark, NJ
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Newark Infant's Death Under Investigation: Authorities
A 7-month-old infant died in Newark on Sunday, Sept. 1, authorities said. At 9 p.m., police responded to Avon Avenue and South 10th Street and found an unconscious and unresponsive infant, the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said. The infant was pronounced dead, authorities said. The investigation remains ongoing, the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said.
Arlington, VA
Breaking News
Infant's Death In DC Due To Fentanyl Intoxication Ruled A Homicide: MPD
Months after 2-month old Amiri Royal Bynum was found unconscious and later died, her death is being investigated as a homicide, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Late in the morning on Monday, May 27, officers were called to an apartment in the 1400 block of Newton Street NW, where there was an unconscious infant. She was rushed by DC Fire and EMS personnel to an area hospital where she would later die. This week, the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for the District of Columbia determined the infant died from fentanyl/methamphetamine intoxication. Her death …
Milford, CT
Breaking News
Milford Infant Death Update: Bridgeport Man Charged, Held On $1 Million Bond
A Connecticut man has been charged with alleged cruelty to persons and risk of injury to a minor after an infant was found dead in a motel bathtub in a vacated room by cleaning staff. Related: Dead Infant Found In Bathtub Of Vacated Milford Motel Room Fairfield County resident Dale Kirkland, age 31, of Bridgeport, was charged in New Haven County on Wednesday, Aug. 21, by the Milford Police in connection with the death of the child found at the Mayflower Motel. According to Milford Police Officer Brianna MacDonald, the infant was found around 11:30 a.m. in the bathtub of a vacant roo…
Milford, CT
Breaking News
Dead Infant Found In Bathtub Of Vacated Milford Motel Room
Police in Connecticut are investigating after a dead infant was found in the bathroom of a motel room that had been vacated. Related: Arrest Made In Connection With Baby Found Dead At Milford Motel The incident occurred in New Haven County around 11 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Mayflower Motel in Milford. According to Milford Police, officers responded after the motel reported the cleaning staff had found the dead infant. "Our officers performed CPR on the infant until paramedics arrived and took over life-saving measures," the department said. The infant was transported …
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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Baby Dies After Being Left In Car In Morris County: Prosecutor
Authorities in Morris County are investigating the death of a 6-month-old infant on Wednesday, July 17. Police were called to a parking lot near South Ridgedale Avenue at Route 10 in East Hanover around 1:30 p.m. where they found the baby girl in a parked vehicle, Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll said. Paramedics attempted to render lifesaving aid and the baby was taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead. Preliminary information indicates the child was left unattended in the vehicle prior to death, the prosecutor said. The baby's mother was taken to an area hosp…
Fredericksburg, VA
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Mother Who Let Infant Starve In Spotsylvania Gets 18 Year Sentence, Prosecutors Say
Nubia Williams will have 18 years to think about the death of her infant child. The mother in Virginia who let her 4-month-old baby starve to death will spend nearly two decades in prison, Spotsylvania County Commonwealth's Attorney Ryan Mehaffey announced. Williams was sentenced by a judge to serve 18 years in prison this week after being arrested and tried in connection to the death of the infant in 2021, the same 18 years she would have been responsible for the child. According to court documents, she was found guilty of felony murder and child abuse/neglect. She was sentenced to 40 yea…
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