ST. PAUL, Minn. – A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded on Christmas Day in St. Paul when a young child lost their life, and police believe drugs may have been involved. The child’s parents are now in custody as investigators try to piece together what happened.
It all started on Wednesday afternoon around 1:30 p.m., when officers received a call about a one-year-old found unresponsive in a home on 5th Street East, near Earl Street, in the Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood. Emergency responders from St. Paul Fire rushed the little one to Regions Hospital, but despite their efforts, the child was pronounced dead.
Initially, there weren’t many details about the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. But by 9:15 p.m., police announced they had taken the child’s parents into custody on suspicion of manslaughter.
Through a series of social media updates, police shared that early findings suggest drugs might have played a role in the child’s death. The investigation is ongoing, and for now, authorities are holding back on releasing further details.
This devastating situation has left the community shaken, as many are left wondering how such a tragedy could occur. The loss of such a young life, especially on a day meant for celebration and family, is a reminder of the challenges some families face and the importance of addressing issues like substance abuse. As investigators work to uncover the truth, the community grieves for the loss of an innocent child.
