"The state enacted the plan after voicing concerns that the county prioritized family togetherness over child safety in the wake of the drug overdose death of baby Phoenix Castro and fatal stabbing of 7-year-old Jordan Walker in 2023."
"A county medical examiner report revealed three child abuse-related deaths occurred after multiple referrals to the child welfare agency were dismissed, raising concerns about the agency's policies."
"District Attorney Jeff Rosen's office has filed murder and felony assault charges against the cousin's teenage son accused of killing Juarez, indicating a potential expansion of the criminal investigation."
The death of 2-year-old Jaxon Juarez has led to ten Santa Clara County employees being placed on leave as state officials intensify scrutiny of the child welfare system. Juarez was placed with a cousin who had a criminal record, marking the third child death under county oversight in three years. The state is expanding its corrective action plan, which was initially set to conclude in June, due to concerns over prioritizing family unity over child safety. Ongoing reviews of the Department of Family and Children's Services are expected.
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