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Kratom Tragedy Claims Toddler's Life | Wilmington News
A two-year-old girl died after ingesting kratom pills, and her parents now face serious charges for allegedly waiting hours before seeking help—despite witnessing her lips turn blue and her suffer breathing problems. Authorities say the child consumed up to two and a half pills, leading to acute mitragynine intoxication. The father took her to his sister’s apartment before rushing her to the hospital the next morning. Both parents have been arrested and charged with aggravated manslaughter and child neglect, while the aunt remains uncharged. The DEA is moving to regulate high-potency kratom…
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