On her very first day of daycare, a toddler tragically never woke up from her nap. The incident occurred at Creative Beginnings, a daycare facility in North Carolina. Authorities quickly responded when they received a call about an infant in cardiac arrest. The Lenoir Police Department arrived shortly before 3 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found the 16-month-old girl unresponsive.
Emergency responders immediately began life-saving measures. They then rushed the child to Caldwell UNC Healthcare. Sadly, despite their efforts, the toddler died at the hospital. Just two days later, police arrested Alexandra Coffey, a 29-year-old employee at the daycare. Officials charged her with involuntary manslaughter in connection to the child’s death. Coffey was taken into custody and later released on a $500,000 bond.
The child’s mother shared her heartbreaking experience with WBTV. She explained that it was her daughter’s first day at the daycare. The mother said she received a call saying her daughter never woke up from nap time. This news shocked and devastated the family. In response to the incident, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services acted quickly. They suspended the daycare’s license the same day of Coffey’s arrest. Furthermore, they ordered Creative Beginnings to shut down immediately.
Authorities have scheduled a probable cause hearing soon. Meanwhile, Coffey’s attorney has not commented on the case. This tragic event raises serious questions about daycare safety and oversight. Many community members hope for answers and justice for the little girl. The investigation continues as officials work to uncover the full circumstances. Ultimately, this heartbreaking loss reminds everyone how crucial childcare safety truly is.
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