Man charged with murder after toddler's overdose death in Lexington

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A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder in the 2022 overdose death of an 18-month-old child in Lexington, Kentucky. Police responded to a call about the unresponsive toddler, who was later pronounced dead at a local hospital. An autopsy determined the cause of death was an overdose, and the child's death was ruled a homicide.

Why it matters

This tragic case highlights the ongoing opioid crisis and the devastating impact it can have on vulnerable populations, including young children. It also raises questions about how to hold individuals accountable for overdose deaths and what more can be done to prevent such tragedies in the future.

The details

On August 17, 2022, Lexington police officers responded to a call about an unresponsive 18-month-old child named Cho'zyn Wilson. The child was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. An autopsy determined the cause of death was an overdose, and Cho'zyn's death was ruled a homicide. After an investigation, police arrested 26-year-old Kadarrius Warren and charged him with murder in connection with Cho'zyn's death.

• On August 17, 2022, Lexington police officers responded to a call about the unresponsive Cho'zyn Wilson.
• Cho'zyn was later pronounced dead at a local hospital.

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Kadarrius Warren out on bail.