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Mom and dad told police ‘they felt their baby was happy and healthy’ before an autopsy determined that the infant, who was covered in dirt and dried fces, hadn’t eaten for several days before dying; sentenced

by Nolan Harris
March 19, 2025
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Mom and dad told police ‘they felt their baby was happy and healthy’ before an autopsy determined that the infant, who was covered in dirt and dried fces, hadn’t eaten for several days before dying; sentenced

Florida – A Florida coupIe were ordered to serve more than a decade behind bars after pleading guilty to charges related to the death of their baby, MarceIyn. The sentencing occurred on Monday, with both parents receiving prison terms: the 27-year-old mother, Margareth, was sentenced to 13 years, while the baby’s father, 30-year-old Marc, to 13 years and three months.

The couple faced charges of aggravated manslaughter following their baby’s death four years ago. Responding to a 3 a.m. call in Sept. 2021, officers arrived at the couple’s family residence to find the home in disarray, with overwhelming odors of garbage and rotting food.

Both parents claimed their children were happy and healthy, stating MarceIyn had a low fever for a few days, treated with TyIenol, and had refused her last bottle the night before her death.

According to Florida authorities, an autopsy determined that the child’s cause of death was starvation. The medical examiner noted that the infant’s weight was significantly below the expected range for her age, and there were no signs of acute illness or injury. These findings contradicted the parents’ statements and indicated that the child’s basic needs had not been met over an extended period.

The sentences handed down to the coupIe reflect the severity of their neglect and the profound loss experienced by the community. The case has sparked discussions about child welfare and the responsibilities of parents to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children. As the legal proceedings conclude, the Leesburg community continues to mourn the loss of Marcelyn and reflect on the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable children.

When the victim was brought to the hospital, an officer accompanying her observed that she was covered in dirt and dried f-ces. Her hands and the bottoms of her feet were obscured by the dirt. Police noted that she had severe bruising on her back and legs, along with sores. Her eyes and abdomen appeared sunken, and doctors determined she weighed only 13 lbs, which was far below the healthy weight for a child of her age, making her extremely underweight and underdeveloped.

During the investigation, authorities in Florida revealed that the couple’s 3-year-old daughter was also living in the same conditions and was subsequently removed from the home and placed with family members. The mother stated she had been feeding her baby formula with rice cereal but that the child refused the last bottle the night before her death. The baby’s dad claimed he attempted to contact the pediatrician’s office during the week leading up to the child’s death but was unsuccessful.

This case serves as a tragic reminder of the critical importance of ensuring that children’s basic needs are met and highlights the devastating consequences of neglect.

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