Newborn and mother test positive for substance exposure, Las Cruces NM


A newborn baby and the mother tested positive for a controlled substance exposure. Previous children of the family also tested positive. Authorities and hospital staff requested a police assessment for the baby in the neonatal unit.
Audio|Source: Las Cruces/Dona Ana Public Safety
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Near East Lehman Avenue at Mountain V.
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Therapy advised there was a baby born 8.25 currently in the day
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test positive for Code 16.
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The mom also is positive for Code 16.
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All previous children also tested positive for Code 16.
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They are requesting an officer to assess the child.
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The baby is in the NICU and CYFD will also be there requesting 2.5.
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The child is going to get released.
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Las Cruces, NM
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