Honk News (Chicago, IL) – Chicago Mother Charged with Murder of Her Young Daughter After Alleged ‘Voices’ in Her Head
A tragic case has unfolded in Chicago as 37-year-old Marisol Vazquez faces charges of first-degree murder for the death of her 21-month-old daughter, Lucia. Vazquez allegedly blamed “voices” in her head for leading her to commit the horrific act.
Incident Details
| Date | Details |
|---|---|
| Dec. 20, 2024 | Police responded to an emergency call around 8:30 a.m. and found Vazquez naked on a bed with her lifeless daughter behind her. Paramedics discovered water emerging from Lucia’s mouth, with additional water and clothing found in the bathtub. |
| Location | The incident occurred in Vazquez’s home in Chicago. |
| Outcome | Lucia was pronounced dead at Mount Sinai Hospital. |
Confession and Mental Health Concerns
- Vazquez reportedly made incoherent statements during questioning, mentioning being “trapped by electronics” and referencing nature.
- She later confessed to suffocating her daughter with a bedsheet, explaining that voices in her head instructed her to do so to prevent the devil from harming the child.
- Vazquez admitted to trying to drown herself and attempting self-harm but failed.
Legal Proceedings
| Date | Details |
|---|---|
| Jan. 2, 2025 | Vazquez was arrested at Ascension St. Mary Hospital following a mental health evaluation. |
| Jan. 4, 2025 | During her court appearance, prosecutors revealed Vazquez’s confession to her sister, including a plea not to call the police. |
| Jan. 7, 2025 | Vazquez is scheduled to return to court. |
Current Status
- Vazquez is being held at Cook County Jail.
- It remains unclear if she has obtained legal representation to speak on her behalf as reported by PEOPLE.
This devastating case raises serious questions about mental health awareness and the need for timely intervention to prevent such tragedies. Lucia’s untimely death has left the community in mourning, with many expressing shock and sorrow over the incident.