A 1-year-old boy tragically lost his life, and three other children were hospitalized after being exposed to a large amount of fentanyl at a Bronx daycare center. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community and raised serious concerns about the safety of children in daycare facilities.
The victim, identified as Nicholas Dominici, was pronounced dead at the hospital. Three other children, all under the age of 3, were also taken to the hospital with “serious injuries” related to the exposure.
The daycare center, known as Divino Niño, is now under investigation. The owner of the center, Grei Mendez, and her cousin-in-law, Carlisto Acevedo Brito, who rented a room from her, have been arrested.
In a shocking revelation, investigators found a kilogram of fentanyl stored on top of children’s play mats used for napping at the daycare. The powerful opioid is known for its lethal potency, even in small amounts.
The case is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.