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Des Plaines Today
By the People, for the People
Abuse Allegations at Des Plaines Daycare May Be Widespread
Families say incidents of physical and verbal harm to children may have been ongoing for months or years.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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Families of children allegedly abused at A Mother's Touch Daycare in Des Plaines, Illinois say the incidents of physical and verbal harm to at least 10 children may have been ongoing for months or even years, beyond what authorities have revealed so far. Two daycare employees, Jessica Murillo and Izabella Thompson, are facing multiple charges related to the abuse, which was recorded on video between November 5 and November 18. The daycare says the employees involved are no longer employed, and they are cooperating with the ongoing investigation.
Why it matters
The allegations of widespread abuse at the daycare raise serious concerns about the safety and well-being of children in the care of this facility. Daycare centers are entrusted with the care and protection of vulnerable young children, and any breach of that trust can have long-lasting impacts on the victims and their families.
The details
According to the families' attorney, Carolyn Daley of Power Rogers LLP, the evidence suggests the abuse at A Mother's Touch Daycare may have been ongoing for months or even years, beyond the specific incidents recorded on video between November 5 and November 18. The two employees charged, Jessica Murillo and Izabella Thompson, are scheduled for court appearances in March. A civil lawsuit against the defendants and the daycare will also be filed.
- The alleged incidents of abuse were recorded on video between November 5 and November 18, 2026.
- Jessica Murillo is due back in court for a pre-trial hearing on March 24, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
- Izabella Thompson is scheduled to appear in court on March 20, 2026 at 9 a.m.
The players
Jessica Murillo
A 36-year-old employee of A Mother's Touch Daycare who is facing multiple charges in connection with the alleged abuse of children at the facility.
Izabella Thompson
A 23-year-old employee of A Mother's Touch Daycare who is facing multiple charges in connection with the alleged abuse of children at the facility.
Carolyn Daley
An attorney with Power Rogers LLP who is representing the families of the children allegedly abused at A Mother's Touch Daycare.
A Mother's Touch Learning Academy
The daycare facility in Des Plaines, Illinois where the alleged abuse of children took place.
What’s next
The judge will decide on March 24 whether to grant pre-trial release to Jessica Murillo, and Izabella Thompson is scheduled to appear in court on March 20.
The takeaway
The allegations of widespread abuse at A Mother's Touch Daycare highlight the critical importance of proper supervision and safeguarding of children in daycare facilities. This case underscores the need for rigorous oversight and accountability to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable young children entrusted to the care of these institutions.
