🌱 How a Lykens bathtub tragedy led to criminal charges

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• How a Lykens bathtub tragedy led to criminal charges

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• 10-Month-Old Girl Drowned in Bathtub After Mom Passed Out While Drinking (star-telegram.com) — A Lykens mother has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment after her 10‑month‑old daughter drowned in a bathtub at their home in August. Investigators allege she drank, fell asleep while the children were bathing, and later searched online about alcohol in blood tests. Her next court appearance is scheduled for January 7, 2026.
   

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