Mother Arrested in Chartwell Court Child Homicide; One Child Dead, Second Hospitalized
DURHAM, NC — A Durham mother has been arrested in connection with the tragic homicide involving two young children discovered unresponsive Thursday evening on Chartwell Court.
Durham Police confirmed that Andrea Faust, 41, of Durham, has been arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder and Attempted First-Degree Murder in connection with the February 12 incident.
Authorities have identified Faust as the mother of both children.
One Child Pronounced Dead, Second Hospitalized
Officers responded to Chartwell Court at approximately 5:26 p.m. after locating two small children unresponsive inside a residence. Both children were transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Tragically, one child was later pronounced deceased.
The condition of the second child has not been publicly released.
Investigation Continues
Police previously identified a person of interest in the case. With the arrest now complete, investigators continue to work on determining the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Because the case involves children, officials have released limited details.
The investigation remains active.
Anyone With Information Is Urged to Contact:
Cpl. E. Gaither
(919) 560-4440 ext. 29340
Durham CrimeStoppers
(919) 683-1200
durhamcrimestoppers.org
CrimeStoppers offers cash rewards of up to $2,000 for information leading to arrests in felony cases. Tipsters never have to identify themselves.
This is a developing story. Spectacular Magazine will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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