In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 34-year-old mother from Wisconsin finds herself behind bars, charged in connection with the tragic death of her 3-year-old son. Zaquitta Joiner-Murphy now faces one count of child neglect resulting in death after her son, Da’Quarius Berry, was found unresponsive at their home on North 29th Street in Milwaukee.
Joiner-Murphy’s account of the morning of November 6 paints a devastating picture. She claims to have left Da’Quarius in the care of her boyfriend while she took her other children to the bus stop. Upon returning home, she discovered her son lying lifeless, foaming from his mouth. Despite efforts by medical personnel, Da’Quarius could not be revived, succumbing to the injuries that authorities describe as the result of non-accidental trauma, showing a complete disregard for human life.
The investigation delves deeper, revealing inconsistencies in Joiner-Murphy’s story. She initially mentioned a friend named Peaches who would sometimes check on the children, but Peaches denies being present during the critical hours leading up to Da’Quarius’ tragic death. Furthermore, Joiner-Murphy’s admission of leaving her five children home alone in the early hours of November 6 raises serious questions about parental responsibility and oversight.
As the case unfolds, Joiner-Murphy remains in custody on a $50,000 cash-only bond. With a preliminary hearing scheduled for November 21, the legal process will continue to shed light on the circumstances surrounding Da’Quarius’ untimely demise.
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