In a shocking incident that unfolded in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood, the bodies of twin infant girls were discovered in a bathroom at a childcare facility. The tragic discovery was made on Thursday evening, just before 7 p.m., at a center located on the 400 block of East Ontario Street.
The newborn twins were found by a cleaning crew, who discovered them inside a garbage bag in the bathroom. The police were promptly alerted about the heartbreaking find. The infants were immediately rushed to Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, but unfortunately, they were pronounced dead upon arrival.
A spokesperson for the childcare center, known as the Bernice E. Lavin Center, revealed that a staff member had experienced a medical emergency that resulted in an unexpected delivery of the twin babies. The specifics of this medical emergency have not been disclosed at this time.
In the wake of this distressing incident, the center has assured that all other children and families associated with the facility are safe and were not involved in the incident. The Bernice E. Lavin Center is situated on the Northwestern Memorial Hospital campus and primarily provides childcare services for hospital employees.
Recognizing the emotional toll this incident may have on its staff and families, the center has pledged to provide mental health support to all affected parties. As of now, no additional information has been released regarding the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as the story develops.
