Sen. Seminara Statement on DCF Involvement w/Family of Baby Found Unresponsive in Milford Motel

Sen. Lisa Seminara, the Ranking Senator on the Committee on Children, issued the following statement regarding the Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF) confirming its involvement with the family of the baby found unresponsive in a Milford motel bathtub for about a month prior to the baby’s death.

“Absolutely heartbreaking. As we mourn this infant’s tragic death, we must also get answers from state government. DCF was involved with the infant’s family for four weeks. We need a thorough examination and investigation regarding the details of that involvement. DCF and the state’s Office of the Child Advocate are conducting reviews. Our prayers go out to this baby’s loved ones.”