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Two Guilty in Fatal Fentanyl Poisoning at NYC Day Care

Felix Herrera Garcia and Renny Antonio Parra Paredes face 20 years to life for operating a drug operation that led to a child's death and harmed three others.

  • Garcia and Paredes admitted to distributing fentanyl from a Bronx day care, causing a 1-year-old's death and serious injury to three children.
  • The drugs were hidden in secret compartments, including under children's playmats and floorboards.
  • Garcia was arrested in Mexico after fleeing the scene; Paredes was arrested earlier in New York.
  • Both men pleaded guilty to multiple counts of narcotics distribution resulting in death and serious bodily injury.
  • Two other defendants, including the day care owner, are still facing charges in connection with the case.
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