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Perth Now
27-05-2025
- Perth Now
Infant dies at illegal childcare
A US mother and daughter accused of operating an unlicensed day care facility in California have been charged with involuntary manslaughter after a three-month-old child in their care died. Authorities were dispatched Friday morning to an address in Royal Oaks, a community near Salinas, where a child was not breathing, the Monterey County Sheriff's Office said. The infant was treated at the scene then taken to a hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later, authorities said. As many as 30 children of various ages were under the care of Maria Marquez, 62, and her daughter Johanna Marquez, 35, according to the sheriff's office. Detectives 'were able to gather sufficient details to arrest the two operators of the unlicensed day care business for involuntary manslaughter believed to have resulted in the death of the three-month-old infant', the sheriff's office said. The suspects, who remained Monday in the Monterey County Jail, also face charges of felony child endangerment and operating a child day care facility without a license. Their bail was set at $US50,000 ($A77,100) each. It was not immediately clear whether they have legal representation. The sheriff's office will continue to investigate the child's death and the childcare. The California Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division regulates the number of children permitted at a day care site and sets certain requirements for staff members, including paediatric CPR and first-aid training and child development courses. Child deaths in licensed child care centres in California are rare, with three reported from 2017 to 2023, according to state social services data. 'There are certain trainings that the individuals that work and operate those facilities have to go through, and they're constantly being inspected by the state licensing board,' Sheriff's Commander Andres Rosas told KSBW of Salinas. 'So those standards that they have to meet are what give you a little bit more peace of mind that your child is safe at this particular location.'
7NEWS
27-05-2025
- 7NEWS
Three-month-old baby dies at illegal childcare in Royal Oaks, California
A US mother and daughter accused of operating an unlicensed day care facility in California have been charged with involuntary manslaughter after a three-month-old child in their care died. Authorities were dispatched Friday morning to an address in Royal Oaks, a community near Salinas, where a child was not breathing, the Monterey County Sheriff's Office said. The infant was treated at the scene then taken to a hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later, authorities said. As many as 30 children of various ages were under the care of Maria Marquez, 62, and her daughter Johanna Marquez, 35, according to the sheriff's office. Detectives 'were able to gather sufficient details to arrest the two operators of the unlicensed day care business for involuntary manslaughter believed to have resulted in the death of the three-month-old infant', the sheriff's office said. The suspects, who remained Monday in the Monterey County Jail, also face charges of felony child endangerment and operating a child day care facility without a license. Their bail was set at $US50,000 ($A77,100) each. It was not immediately clear whether they have legal representation. The sheriff's office will continue to investigate the child's death and the childcare. The California Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division regulates the number of children permitted at a day care site and sets certain requirements for staff members, including paediatric CPR and first-aid training and child development courses. Child deaths in licensed child care centres in California are rare, with three reported from 2017 to 2023, according to state social services data. 'There are certain trainings that the individuals that work and operate those facilities have to go through, and they're constantly being inspected by the state licensing board,' Sheriff's Commander Andres Rosas told KSBW of Salinas. 'So those standards that they have to meet are what give you a little bit more peace of mind that your child is safe at this particular location.'
Miami Herald
26-05-2025
- Miami Herald
Baby found unconscious at unlicensed day care dies, CA cops say. Two arrested
A mother and daughter accused of running an unlicensed day care out of their home have been arrested after the death of an infant, California deputies say. Maria Marquez, 62, and her daughter, Johanna Marquez, 35, were arrested on multiple charges, including involuntary manslaughter, the Monterey County Sheriff's Office said in a May 24 Facebook post. Deputies said they, along with fire rescuers, responded to a medical emergency at a Royal Oaks home shortly before 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 24. The 911 caller told deputies a 3-month-old was unconscious and not breathing, according to deputies. When first responders arrived, they tried to save the infant, then took them to a hospital, deputies said. Despite efforts to save the baby, they died, according to deputies. Deputies said they learned the home 'was being operated as an unlicensed day care business that was taking in up to 30 children of various ages at a time.' Detectives gathered enough details to warrant an arrest for the mother and daughter, who operated the day care, deputies said In addition to involuntary manslaughter, the two are also facing charges of felony child endangerment and operating a child day care facility without a license, deputies said. Bail for each was set at $50,000, deputies said. Royal Oaks is about 100-mile drive southeast from San Francisco.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Yahoo
Two Monterey County restaurants caught serving alcohol to minor
Two Monterey County restaurants were caught serving alcohol to a minor, according to the Monterey County Sheriff's Office. Part of statewide initiative Operation Shoulder Tap, the sheriff's office and agents from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) conducted a two-day, grant-funded operation aimed at reducing underage access to alcohol. On Mar. 15, a minor, under the direct supervision of local law enforcement, stood outside liquor and convenience stores across the county and asked customers to buy alcohol. The minor "clearly stated they were underage and unable to purchase alcohol themselves," according to sheriff's deputies. More than 40 adults were approached and no one purchased alcohol for the decoy. 'I commend the community for making responsible choices during the Shoulder Tap Operation and refusing to purchase alcohol for minors," Sheriff Tina Nieto said. "This shows a collective commitment to safeguarding our youth and promoting responsible behavior." The following day, the operation expanded to restaurants and eateries where the minor attempted to purchase alcohol. On Mar. 16, two restaurants in Salinas and the Monterey Peninsula were caught providing alcohol to the minor decoy. "Two servers were cited for serving alcohol to a minor and now face a minimum fine of $1,000 and 24 hours of community service for their first violation," according to sheriff officials. Additionally, ABC may take administrative action against the businesses involved, including fines, suspension, or permanent revocation of their alcohol beverage licenses. Sheriff Nieto said the results of the Minor Decoy Operation highlighted that there are still businesses that need to improve in preventing the sale of alcohol to minors. "I urge local establishments to remain vigilant, comply with the law, and ensure their staff is well-trained in properly checking IDs," Nieto said. "By working together, we can create a safer and healthier environment for everyone in Monterey County.' Latest news, sports and more: Accessing local journalism is even easier with the Californian app According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), young people under the age of 21 are at a much higher risk of being involved in crashes compared to older drivers—approximately 25% of fatal crashes involve underage drinking. This article originally appeared on Salinas Californian: Two Monterey County eateries caught serving alcohol to minor 'decoy'
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Hiker rescued from Monterey County State Park after becoming hypothermic during storms
Braving heavy storms and blustery weather conditions, emergency responders spent nearly 12 hours on a rescue mission in Monterey County on Thursday to save a hiker who became hypothermic while visiting a state park. At about noon on Feb. 13, the Monterey County Sheriff's Office received an SOS call from a hiker's GPS device indicating they were hypothermic and needed help. The signal was coming from a trail at Andrew Molera State Park, east of Highway 1, according to the sheriff's office report on the incident. A multi-agency response team that consisted of the Monterey County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Team, along with CalFire, Big Sur Fire, Urban Search and State Parks was mobilized. Rescuers covered 8 miles of very steep and rugged trails reaching 4,000 feet in elevation to reach the hiker. Extreme weather conditions due to the atmospheric river that was over the region made the rescue mission even more challenging, law enforcement officials said. "The weather conditions on February 13th, were not favorable for hiking, making this situation dangerous, not only for the public, but for our rescuers as well," Monterey County Sheriff Tina Nieto said in a statement. The area was under a winter storm watch with heavy downpours and strong winds resulting in widespread flooding across the Central Coast in parts of Salinas, the Carmel Valley and Watsonville. The National Weather Service had issued a series of flood advisories for the region. Atmospheric river slams California: L.A. mudslides, landslides mapped and explained Rescuers located the hiker shortly after 5:30 p.m. and put out a request for assistance from California Highway Patrol's H-70 helicopter for the return trip. The helicopter responded but had to turn back due to weather conditions. Ultimately, the hiker was carried back down the trail and transferred to a waiting ambulance at about 12 p.m. midnight, about 12 hours after the rescue operation began. The sheriff's office wants to remind residents and guests of the county to be aware of their abilities when setting out on hikes and to always carry proper supplies, wear appropriate clothing and consider weather conditions. This article originally appeared on Salinas Californian: Rescuers spend 12 hours to save hiker at Monterey County State Park
