MOORESVILLE, N.C. – A Mooresville woman has been charged with second-degree murder after her toddler ingested a lethal dose of fentanyl and died on February 13 at a home on Ridge Avenue.
Authorities say Riley Wormington, 23, fled North Carolina shortly after giving birth to another child while investigators continued their probe into her toddler’s death. She was arrested this week in Denver, Colorado and will be extradited back to Iredell County to face charges.
Charges Against Wormington
Second-degree murder
Felony child abuse (for the toddler’s death)
Drug-related charges
Felony child abuse (related to the care of her newborn)
Ongoing Investigation
Mooresville Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the child’s fentanyl exposure. Authorities are urging the public to report any suspected drug activity or child endangerment to prevent similar tragedies.
