BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The scene was horrific. A young New Jersey woman now faces serious charges. She allegedly stabbed her two-year-old brother in the chest.
The incident unfolded on November 1. It happened inside their Brick Township home. Police rushed to the scene following a 911 call. That was around 2:30 p.m.
Officers found the injured child immediately. He had a stab wound to his chest. He was rushed to a local hospital. Officials confirmed the child is now in stable condition.
The toddler’s sister is the primary suspect. Her name is Marlene Rodriguez, age 20. Authorities quickly launched an investigation. The effort involved multiple agencies.
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billheimer issued a press release. He confirmed the details.
The investigation led straight to Rodriguez. She was arrested at the Brick Township Police headquarters. She is being held at the Ocean County Jail.
The charges are severe. Rodriguez faces attempted murder and several other offenses. Detectives are still working the case. The community is reeling from the shocking details.