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2. Suspects arrested in child death Burlington
Halton Police have arrested two individuals following an extensive investigation into the tragic death of a child. On December 21, 2022, authorities responded to a 911 call regarding an unresponsive child in Burlington. Sadly, upon arrival, officers found the lifeless body of a 12-year-old boy. The HRPS Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit (CASA) initiated an investigation and eventually apprehended the deceased child’s prospective adoptive parents, Becky Hamber, 44, of Burlington, and Brandy Cooney, 42, of Hamilton. Both suspects are facing charges of first-degree murder and failure to provide essential care. The defendants were also charged in January 2023 in connection with the younger sibling of the deceased child.
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1. Burlington child death suspects arrested
2. Arrests made in connection with Burlington child fatality
Halton Police Arrest Two Suspects in Connection with Child’s Death
Halton Police have made a significant breakthrough in a case involving the tragic death of a child. The incident took place in Burlington, where authorities responded to a distressing 911 call on the evening of December 21, 2022. Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered the lifeless body of a 12-year-old boy.
Comprehensive Investigation Leads to Arrests
The HRPS Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit (CASA) wasted no time in launching a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child’s death. After meticulous scrutiny of the evidence, authorities apprehended two suspects in connection with the case on February 29, 2024.
Suspects Charged with Serious Offences
The suspects, identified as Becky Hamber, 44, of Burlington, and Brandy Cooney, 42, of Hamilton, have been charged with first-degree murder and failure to provide essential supplies. Both individuals were also future adoptive parents of a younger sibling of the deceased, who was residing in the same household at the time of the tragic incident.
Previous Charges Add to the Complexity of the Case
In a disturbing twist, it was revealed that both defendants had previously faced charges in January 2023 related to assault, assault with a weapon, forcible confinement, failure to provide essential goods, and criminal negligence causing bodily harm. These charges stemmed from an investigation involving the younger sibling of the deceased, further complicating the ongoing legal proceedings.
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As the case continues to unfold, the community remains shocked by the tragic turn of events that led to the untimely death of the young boy. The Halton Police are committed to ensuring that justice is served and that those responsible for this heinous crime are held accountable for their actions.
For more updates on this developing story, stay tuned to The Milton Reporter for the latest news and updates on this heartbreaking case.
Written by Muhammad Aamir, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Milton Reporter
