Day Care Worker in Babylon Passes Out Drunk, Police Said
Accused of Endangering Welfare of Children
A day care worker was arrested and is facing charges after she allegedly passed out while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs while caring for infants, police said.
Incident Occurred at Babylon Day Care
Thirty-eight-year-old Maria Rubino allegedly fainted at a day care on Deer Park Avenue in Babylon, Long Island, on Monday at around 12:40 p.m. After being transported to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, where she was being treated, a Babylon Fire Department paramedic allegedly smelled alcohol on Rubino’s breath and witnessed signs of intoxication by either drugs and/or alcohol, according to the Suffolk County Police Department.
Care of Infants Impacted
Rubino was responsible for caring for infants ages four months to 18 months old, police said, adding that she was not the only employee assigned to her day care room.
Investigation and Charges
Child Protective Services were notified and an investigation was started. Rubino, of Great Neck, was charged with five counts of endangering the welfare of a child. She will be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on a later date.
Conclusion
The safety and well-being of children are of utmost importance, and incidents like this are a serious concern. It is crucial that child care providers prioritize their responsibilities and ensure that they are fit for duty.
FAQs
* What happened?
A day care worker allegedly passed out while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs while caring for infants.
* Who was charged?
Maria Rubino, a 38-year-old day care worker, was charged with five counts of endangering the welfare of a child.
* What is the next step?
Rubino will be arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on a later date.
