A 33-year-old woman from Winnipeg has been charged in connection with drugs and the death of her one-year-old son. death Her one-year-old son is involved in drug-related circumstances that led to the charges.
According to Winnipeg police, in December 2022, Romeo Stewart's mother called 911 after he became unresponsive at her home on Sherbrook Street.
After a family member provided initial medical care, the infant was taken to the hospital in critical condition and was later pronounced dead.
The autopsy and toxicology reports revealed that the boy died from exposure to high levels of fentanyl and carfentanyl while in the residence.
After 15 months, on Friday, March 29, the mother was charged with failing to provide the necessary care for her child's life.
She was released with a promise to appear in court at a later date.
