Harlem, New York – A 3-month-old boy died early Tuesday morning after being accidentally smothered while sleeping with his mother and infant sister inside a Harlem apartment, according to law enforcement officials. Authorities say the incident appears to be a tragic accident, and no criminal activity is suspected.
What Happened Inside the Harlem Apartment
The incident occurred inside a residence on West 144th Street near Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard. Police say the child’s mother awoke around 4:25 a.m. and discovered her infant son unconscious beneath his 1-year-old sister.
Emergency medical responders were immediately called to the scene. Paramedics rushed the baby to Harlem Hospital, but despite medical efforts, the child was pronounced dead shortly after arrival, police confirmed.
Preliminary Findings From Investigators
Investigators believe the boy died after his older infant sister rolled over onto him during sleep, unintentionally blocking his airway. Law enforcement sources indicated that the children were sleeping in the same bed as their mother, a factor that is now central to the investigation’s findings.
Authorities emphasized that the case is being treated as an accidental suffocation, and there are no signs of abuse, neglect, or foul play.
Police Statement and Case Status
The New York Police Department stated that officers responded to a medical emergency call early Tuesday morning. After reviewing the circumstances and initial findings, investigators determined that no criminality is suspected…