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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Fentanyl death Chester County
2. Lollipop drug contamination
WEST CHESTER — The Common Pleas judge overseeing the cases of two parents of a 4-year-old child who died from fentanyl intoxication accepted the recommendation of a prosecutor who asked that the mother, Amanda Owens Moore, be sent to state prison for her punishment, although at a shorter term than her husband.
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First Assistant District Attorney Erin O’Brien on Monday asked Judge Thomas P. “Tip” McCabe to sentence her to a term of two-to-four years in state prison for the 2022 death of her son. McCabe agreed.
In doing so, McCabe rejected the plea of Moore’s attorney, Alexander Silow of West Chester, to keep his client in Chester County Prison, even if it meant structuring a sentence that would see her serve close to two years behind bars.
McCabe said he took into consideration the fact that Moore had denied to investigators that she had been abusing drugs at the time of her child’s death, and that she refused to cooperate with the detectives in determining how the boy had died.
Moore’s husband, 37-year-old Jason Moore, last month was sentenced to five to 10 years in state prison after pleading to charges of endangering the welfare of a child, a first-degree felony, and involuntary manslaughter, a second-degree felony.
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O’Brien cited Amanda Moore’s lack of a prior record in her recommendation for a two-year minimum sentence, as opposed to her husband, whose record was significant.
The death of the 4-year-old was called a “devastating tragedy due to the defendants’ complete failure as parents,” by former District Attorney Deb Ryan in announcing the arrest of the Moores. Their arrests followed a months-long investigation by Chester County Detectives, led by Detective Gerald Davis of the D.A.’s Child Abuse Unit.
An arrest affidavit filed in the case indicates that the child, who is not identified by name, most likely came in contact with a baggie of fentanyl that Jason Moore brought into the home the night before, after buying heroin and fentanyl in Coatesville. Both of the parents were regular users of the drug, according to the criminal complaint, despite Amanda Moore’s repeated denials that she did not use the drugs.
According to court records, there were seven other children living in the couple’s home at the time of the 4-year-old’s death.
According to the D.A.’s Office, on Nov. 29, 2022, at approximately 10:48 a.m., the Caln Township Police Department responded to a 911 call for a report of an unresponsive 4-year-old child at a Thorndale residence in the 3500 block of East Lincoln Highway in Caln.
At the scene, township police observed Jason Moore performing CPR on the unresponsive child. Medics arrived shortly after, took over medical care, and transported the victim to Children’s Hospital (CHOP) in King of Prussia, where he was declared dead.
Investigators learned that both defendants had left the residence at approximately 7 a.m. that day, leaving the victim and a younger sibling in the care of a 13-year-old forced to stay home from school. The 4-year-old was reportedly sick and needed attention.
Investigators did not find any signs of injury, bruising or scratches and it appeared that the victim was deceased for some time prior to being found by his older brother at approximately 10:37 a.m.
After an initial autopsy by the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office, there were no obvious signs of the cause of death. Detectives returned to the residence to collect items that were identified as coming in contact with the victim.
Among the items collected were two clear water bottles containing unknown liquids, a blanket, and a half-eaten lollipop. The lollipop was retrieved from the trash can inside the couple’s bedroom. Each item was tested and in January 2023, the stick portion of the lollipop was found to be positive for trace amounts of fentanyl.
To contact staff writer Michael P. Rellahan call 610-696-1544.
1. Mother sentenced for fentanyl death of child in Chester County
2. Fentanyl lollipop incident leads to jail time for mother
WEST CHESTER — In a heartbreaking case that has shocked the local community, a Common Pleas judge has made a decision regarding the sentencing of Amanda Owens Moore, the mother of a 4-year-old child who tragically died from fentanyl intoxication. The judge accepted the recommendation of prosecutor Erin O’Brien, who requested that Moore be sent to state prison for her involvement in the child’s death.
**Sentencing Decisions**
During the court proceedings, O’Brien urged Judge Thomas P. “Tip” McCabe to impose a sentence of two-to-four years in state prison for Amanda Moore. Despite the defense’s plea to keep Moore in Chester County Prison, Judge McCabe sided with the prosecution’s recommendation. This decision was influenced by Moore’s refusal to admit to drug abuse and her lack of cooperation with investigators following her child’s passing.
**Husband’s Sentencing**
Amanda Moore’s husband, Jason Moore, was previously sentenced to five to ten years in state prison after pleading guilty to endangering the welfare of a child and involuntary manslaughter. First Assistant District Attorney O’Brien highlighted Amanda Moore’s clean record as a factor in recommending a shorter prison term compared to her husband’s sentence.
**Tragic Circumstances**
The death of the 4-year-old child was described as a devastating tragedy stemming from the parents’ failure to provide a safe environment. Former District Attorney Deb Ryan announced the arrest of the Moores following an extensive investigation by Chester County Detectives. It was revealed that the child likely came into contact with fentanyl brought into the home by Jason Moore, who had purchased drugs in Coatesville.
**Details of the Incident**
On the day of the incident, Caln Township Police responded to a call regarding an unresponsive child at the Moore residence on East Lincoln Highway in Caln. Despite attempts to revive the child, he was pronounced dead upon arrival at Children’s Hospital in King of Prussia. Investigators discovered that the parents had left the child and a younger sibling in the care of a 13-year-old, who found the 4-year-old unresponsive.
**Investigation Findings**
Upon conducting an autopsy and collecting evidence from the scene, traces of fentanyl were found on a lollipop stick that the child had consumed. The tragic incident shed light on the parents’ drug abuse issues and neglect towards their children, with seven other children residing in the home at the time of the child’s death.
**Conclusion**
The sentencing of Amanda Moore to state prison serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of substance abuse and neglect on innocent children. The decision made by Judge McCabe reflects the severity of the situation and the need for accountability in cases of parental negligence. As the community mourns the loss of the young child, it is crucial to raise awareness about the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
