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Lethal dose of Benadryl found in 12-year-old’s system after her death, warrants show
By KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 8, 2026
· 4 min read
ENFIELD, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - Newly released search warrants reveal that a 12-year-old Connecticut girl had a lethal level of diphenhydramine, commonly known as Benadryl, in her system when she died in March.Eve Rogers, 12, was found unresponsive at her Enfield home the morning of March 18. S...
Key takeaway (WFSB/Gray News) - Newly released search warrants reveal that a 12-year-old Connecticut girl had a lethal level of diphenhydramine, commonly known as Benadryl, in her system when she died in March.
Why this matters in The Midland
This tragic incident in Connecticut serves as a stark reminder for Midland parents and caregivers to be vigilant about medication storage and access. The fact that a lethal dose of Benadryl was found in the 12-year-old's system is a disturbing wake-up call. In Midland, where families often rely on over-the-counter medications to manage various health issues, it's crucial to ensure that these substances are kept out of reach of children. The presence of fluoxetine, a medication not prescribed to the victim, also raises concerns about the potential for mixing medications or unauthorized access. As the investigation into Eve's death continues, Midland residents should take this opportunity to review their own medication storage practices and consider locking up potentially hazardous substances to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in our community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? ENFIELD, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - Newly released search warrants reveal that a 12-year-old Connecticut girl had a lethal level of diphenhydramine, commonly known as Benadryl, in her system when she died in March.Eve Rogers, 12, was found unresponsive at her Enfield home the morning of March 18. S...
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