Victorville daycare La Petite Academy became the center of an alarming incident this week when a child tested positive for fentanyl after allegedly ingesting blue pills found at the facility, according to the KTLA. Details emerged on Tuesday when San Bernardino County deputies were called to the site located at 14040 Bear Valley Road following the discovery of the suspicious pills within a classroom.
Initial investigations indicated the presence of "M30" on the pills, a marking often associated with counterfeit substances that could contain the powerful opioid, fentanyl. This detail was recognized by the responding deputy amid concerns over safety and led to an immediate response, with the children and two staff members transported to local hospitals for treatment where at least one child tested positive for fentanyl, as reported by NBC Los Angeles.
In a statement obtained by CBS Los Angeles, La Petite Academy stated, "The safety of our families and staff is our highest priority," committing to cooperation with authorities leading the investigation. Narcotic investigators have continued the effort by interviewing school employees and parents to understand the circumstances that led to this endangerment of children.
While the children's identities and current health conditions remain undisclosed, the school's assurance in its educational programs, as reported by FOX LA, has been tainted by this case. Further information on the investigation or other potential victims can be provided to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department at (909) 387-8400 and those wishing to remain anonymous may submit tips through the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-782-7463 or its website www.wetip.com.
