A child with fentanyl tested positive after taking a mystery pill reportedly found at a day care in Victorville.
On March 18, San Bernardino County representatives responded to LA Petite Academy on Bear Valley Road in 14040.
The workers gathered the caplets and were quickly called law enforcement.
Authorities have recognized tablets that have “M30” printed as counterfeit drugs containing fentanyl.
After reviewing surveillance footage, deputies identified three children who were believed to have taken the tablets.
The children were treated with two staff members at a local hospital where at least one child tested positive for fentanyl.
LA Petite Academy, located at 14040 Bear Valley Road in Victorville, California. (Google Maps)
It is unclear how the pills arrive at the facility and authorities are gathering evidence and interviewing staff and parents for more information.
No further details have been made as the incident remains under investigation.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Office at 909-387-8400. Anonymous tips can be provided online at 1-800-782-7463 or at wetip.com.
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