Investigation into Infant's Sudden Death at Suspected Unlicensed Rockland County Daycare

Infant Death Investigation

• 👶 A six-month-old baby was found unresponsive at a home in Spring Valley, Rockland County on January 22nd.
• 🚨 Investigators are looking into the sudden death of the infant, who was declared dead later that evening.

Suspected Unlicensed Daycare Operations

• 🏠 Police discovered eight additional children inside the home when they responded to the 911 call.
• ⚠️ The home showed multiple signs of operating as an unlicensed child care center, including numerous child seats.

Code Violations and Safety Concerns

• 🛠️ Inspectors uncovered 51 code violations, indicating significant safety issues within the residence.
• 🔌 Violations included missing smoke and CO detectors and dangerous, illegally installed electrical work.
• ⚠️ The garage had been illegally converted into a bedroom, posing further safety risks.

Official Response and Lack of Records

• 🔍 Rockland County took over codes enforcement in Spring Valley in 2021.
• ℹ️ Officials stated there were no prior complaints on record regarding this specific home.
• ❓ The cause and manner of death for the infant have not yet been released, and the child's name has not been made public.