Le'Zus' Tragic Drowning Sparks Foster Care Safety Crisis | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

A two-year-old foster child, LeZus, drowned in a backyard pool in Maryland, sparking outrage and urgent questions about child safety in foster care. Despite state regulations requiring locked gates, fencing, and supervision for pools in foster homes, investigators are now probing whether those rules were followed. LeZus’ mother, Francesca Trull, is devastated and demanding accountability, accusing the state of failing to protect her son. As Maryland officials review the case and cooperate with law enforcement, Trull is calling for sweeping reforms, insisting the state must prioritize child…