Man Charged with Manslaughter in Death of Foster Child Patience Noskiye

Police – Accident – Death – Obituary News : Man Charged with Manslaughter in Death of Five-Year-Old Boy in Foster Home near Leduc, Alberta

LEDUC, Alta. — The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have announced that they have charged a 47-year-old man with manslaughter in connection with the tragic death of a five-year-old boy in a foster home located south of Edmonton. The incident occurred in June 2022, when emergency crews responded to a distress call reporting the death of a child at a rural residence near Leduc.

Upon arrival, the cause of the young boy’s death remained uncertain, prompting the Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit to be summoned to aid in the investigation. The child has since been identified as Patience Noskiye.

After an extensive and thorough investigation, Darren Gardner was arrested and charged with manslaughter in mid-October. The RCMP has not disclosed any further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident or the relationship between the accused and the young victim.

Following his arrest, Gardner was released from custody pending his court appearance. His next hearing is scheduled for November 16 at the Alberta Court of Justice in Leduc.

The loss of such a young life has undoubtedly left the community devastated, as the tragic incident raises concerns and questions about the safety and well-being of children in foster care. The authorities are expected to conduct a comprehensive review to ensure that all necessary safeguards and protocols are in place to protect vulnerable children in the foster care system.

The RCMP and local authorities are urging anyone with information related to this case to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. They are committed to seeking justice for the young victim and providing support to his grieving family.

The Canadian Press will continue to follow this story closely and provide updates as more information becomes available. The news of this heartbreaking incident serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring the safety and welfare of children in foster care and the need for continuous evaluation and improvement within the system.

Note: The Canadian Press is the source of this report. The accompanying photo, titled “20231114131152-6553c22bc650f175b47641b8jpeg.jpg,” depicts an RCMP logo seen in the background during a news conference in St. John’s on Saturday, June 24, 2023..