Cobb County mother pleads guilty in fentanyl death of 2-year-old son
Jocelyn Romero, a Cobb County mother, pleaded guilty to murder in the fentanyl-related death of her 2-year-old son, Jeziel Romero. The incident occurred on December 4, 2023, when she took him to Northside Hospital, where he was found unconscious and cold to the touch. Initially, she claimed her son choked on raisin bread before bed and seemed fine after she gave him water. However, prosecutors revealed that he had been exposed to fentanyl, which contributed to his death. Romero's case involved multiple reports of substance abuse and neglect, leading to her being charged with murder. She was sentenced to 50 years in prison following her guilty plea. The court proceedings highlighted the dangers associated with fentanyl and the impact of substance abuse on children. This tragic case underscores the ongoing issues of drug-related deaths and child welfare in the community.
