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Turlock, CA – On September 12, 2025, at approximately 3:29 p.m., Turlock Police officers responded to the area of 4500 block of Fireside Drive after receiving a 9-1-1 call regarding a child found unresponsive in a swimming pool.
 
Officers arrived on scene and located a 2-year-old girl in the pool and immediately began performing CPR. Despite lifesaving efforts by officers, fire personnel, and medical staff, the child was later pronounced deceased at the hospital.
 
During the investigation, detectives learned that the child’s mother, Kelle Brassart, 40, was responsible for the child’s care at the time of the incident. Detectives also found evidence suggesting that alcohol and/or drugs may have been contributing factors. Additionally, Brassart has had multiple prior contacts and referrals with Child Protective Services in other counties.
 
Based on the circumstances, Brassart was arrested and booked into the Stanislaus County Public Safety Facility on charges of murder and child neglect resulting in death.
 
“This is incredibly tragic,” said Chief Jason Hedden. “Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and first responders who were impacted by this devastating loss.”
 
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact Detective Giovacchini at (209) 668-6539 or [email protected]. You can also contact the Turlock Police Department’s Tip Line at (209) 668-5550 extension 6780 or email at [email protected]. 
 
The Turlock Police Department is an active participant in the Crime Stoppers Program.  Callers can leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 or (866) 602-7463 and you may be eligible for a cash reward. You can also leave an anonymous tip online at www.stancrimetips.org or by texting “StanCS” to 738447.  The P3 app is also available for download for Apple and Android devices.
 
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This information is being released by Turlock Police Department Public Affairs Analyst Dominique Sanchez.

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Public Affairs Analyst Dominique Sanchez
Turlock Police Department
Office phone – (209) 656-3148
Email – [email protected]