Mother Jailed for Baby's Death
Update: 2025-12-15
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24-year-old Nazli Merthoca sentenced to 9.5 years for shaking her 3-month-old daughter, Kaylani Kalanzi, to death. Merthoca, under cannabis influence, was aggressive with medical staff, accusing them of racism. Social services had been monitoring the family due to Merthocas drug use and mental health issues. Merthocas partner, Herbert Kalanzi, was cleared of charges. Judge emphasized the profound impact of Kaylanis death on many.
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