In Salvador, Brazil, the Civil Police are investigating a case where a nanny is suspected of drugging two children, a 4-year-old boy and a 4-month-old baby, with the medication Clonazepam. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, and the children’s mother noticed unusual behavior in her older son when he returned home that evening, discovering him unusually sleepy and later irritable with difficulty standing and responding to stimuli.

The mother, Hanna Arraes, identified the nanny as Ariane Badaró, who is said to be a cousin of the children’s father and had been caring for the older child since infancy. Initially, Badaró claimed she had not administered any medication, but later sent a video indicating she had found the drug in the baby’s stroller. The family asserts that the medication belonged to the nanny, which raises serious concerns about the child’s safety during her care.

This incident underscores the critical issues surrounding child safety and the responsibilities held by caregivers in Brazil. If the allegations are confirmed, this could lead to significant legal repercussions for the nanny, highlighting the need for stringent regulations and oversight in childcare practices. As the investigation unfolds, it raises broader questions about parental trust in childcare providers and the mechanisms in place to protect vulnerable children.