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Mother Convicted of Murder After Toddler Drowns Unattended

1/12/2026

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Kelle Anne Brassart, 45, of Turlock, California, was found guilty of second-degree murder and felony child endangerment after her 2-year-old daughter Daniellé Pires drowned.
She had a blood alcohol level of 0.246% and spent 45 minutes on her phone while her daughter remained unattended.
Evidence showed she could walk without assistance.
Brassart faces 15 years to life in prison; sentencing is set for February 5.

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Kelle Anne Brassart, 45, of Turlock, California, was found guilty of second-degree murder and felony child endangerment after her 2-year-old daughter Daniellé Pires drowned.
She had a blood alcohol level of 0.246% and spent 45 minutes on her phone while her daughter remained unattended.
Evidence showed she could walk without assistance.
Brassart faces 15 years to life in prison; sentencing is set for February 5.