The tragic deaths of 3-year-old Florida twins, who were discovered in the back of their mother’s car in February, have now been ruled homicides. This development means their mother, Shirlene Alcime, 42, could face more severe charges.
Initially charged with child neglect, Alcime’s situation took a grave turn after Miami-Dade police alleged that her two children, Milendhet and Milendhere Napoleon-Cadet, were found unresponsive in the back of her car on February 2. Before the discovery of the twins, police reported that Alcime had attempted suicide by jumping off an overpass.
Recent reports from the Miami Herald indicate that the Miami-Dade Medical Examiner’s Office has determined the twins’ deaths were homicides. NBC Miami noted that Miami-Dade police are collaborating with the state’s attorney’s office to decide if Alcime will be charged with murder or a related offense.
Alcide has previously pleaded not guilty to the child neglect charges, according to Local 10. Earlier reports from Local 10 revealed that the twins were found foaming at the mouth. Despite being rushed to the hospital, they were pronounced dead upon arrival.
In February, police detailed that Alcime jumped over the wall of Interstate 95 in Miami, falling from a significant height onto railroad tracks. Although she was in critical condition following the incident, she is now being held without bond, as per jail records.
This case has shocked the local community and highlighted the severe consequences of child neglect and potential abuse. The reclassification of the twins’ deaths as homicides underscores the gravity of the situation and the potential legal ramifications for Alcime.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working meticulously to ensure that justice is served for the young victims. The community remains in mourning as they await further developments in this heartbreaking case.
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, texting “STRENGTH” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741, or going to 988lifeline.org.