BENTON, Ark. — Benton police have arrested a suspect in relation to a toddler's death— Nneka Seville will be charged with manslaughter in the death of her 3-year-old son in February.
Officers responded to a call from Chapel Ridge Apartments on February 26 in reference to an unresponsive child.
The toddler was transported to a nearby hospital and was pronounced deceased upon arrival.
Detectives reported the presence of illegal narcotics in the home, and toxicology reports confirmed that the toddler was able to access them.
Seville is currently being held without bond at the Pulaski County Detention Center on unrelated charges.
Anyone with information that could help the investigation is encouraged to call 501-778-1171 or 501-315-TIPS. Anonymous tips can also be sent via text to 847411 with the keyword BENTONPD in the body of the message or via the Benton Police Department app.