A tragic case has unfolded in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where a grandmother has been convicted of manslaughter following the heartbreaking death of her 4-year-old granddaughter. Roxanne Record, 57, faces serious consequences after the young girl, China Record, died in April 2022 after being compelled to drink whiskey as a form of punishment.
On April 21, 2022, emergency responders rushed to a home after receiving a distress call about an unresponsive child. Upon arrival, they found first responders desperately trying to revive little China, but she was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigations revealed that China had taken a sip from a whiskey bottle left on the counter, prompting her grandmother to force her to consume the rest of the liquor, which authorities believe was likely half full at the time. Following her arrest, Roxanne reportedly expressed remorse, stating she wanted to take full responsibility for the tragedy and acknowledged that her actions had devastating effects on the family.
In a courtroom filled with emotion, Assistant District Attorney Dana Cummings highlighted how Roxanne treated China differently than her other grandchildren. Testimonies from other children in the household painted a troubling picture, with some referring to China’s actions as “stealing” food and water, suggesting a deeper issue within the family dynamics.
China’s mother, Kadjah Record, was also present during the incident and has since been arrested for providing inconsistent statements to authorities. She now faces serious charges, including first-degree murder and cruelty to a child, with her initial court appearance set for June 29.
As Roxanne Record awaits her sentencing on August 10, where she could face up to 40 years in prison, the community is left grappling with the fallout from this tragic event. What will the future hold for the surviving family members as they navigate the aftermath of this heartbreaking incident?
