Ohio Mother Sentenced for Death of Diabetic Daughter Fed Mountain Dew

Tamara Banks receives nine-year prison term after four-year-old Karmity Hoeb dies from diabetes-related complications and severe malnutrition.

Tamara Banks pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter for the death of her daughter, Karmity Hoeb.
The child was primarily fed Mountain Dew mixed with baby formula, leading to severe dental decay and diabetic ketoacidosis.
Karmity's father, Christopher Hoeb, also pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and will be sentenced in June.
Prosecutors highlighted a history of neglect, including a son who previously fell into a coma from undiagnosed diabetes.
Banks could serve up to 13.5 years depending on her behavior while incarcerated.