Sophia Gastelum-Vera pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter following the death of her 23-month-old son, Kristofer, due to fentanyl overdose. Investigations revealed troubling details about her drug use.
The case highlights a growing crisis in the Bay Area where fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, is increasingly accessible to children. Parents are being urged to secure their drugs more thoroughly.
Authorities expressed fears about fentanyl's presence in homes with young children after several child deaths were reported in the region, demonstrating a pressing public health concern.
Legal proceedings reveal a troubling dynamic as Gastelum-Vera's drug addiction may have directly contributed to her son's tragic overdose, underscoring the devastating effects of opioid dependency.
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