A neighbor expressed deep concern, stating, 'If they'd taken the kids away from her earlier, she probably wouldn't have died,' emphasizing the failure of the Administration for Children's Services.
The article highlights systemic flaws in ACS, describing it as 'a game where drug abuse is just another choice that adults make,' critiquing the agency's priorities over child safety.
The tragic deaths of Jazeli Mirabel and Brian Santiago, both previous ACS cases, reveal a disturbing pattern where neglect is attributed solely to poverty, ignoring roots in mental illness.
The author argues for new leadership in ACS, asserting that the agency avoids foster care at all costs, prioritizing parental support over the safety of vulnerable children.
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