California woman says she killed her children to protect them
- Last updated: April 16, 2021 | 10:56
Gulf Today Report
Laura Carrillo, a California woman said she drowned her three children to protect them from abuse by their father amid a custody battle.
In an interview on Thursday, the 30-year-old alleged that her boyfriend, Erik Denton, had sexually abused the children.
She admitted to regretting killing them but felt it was the only way to keep them safe.
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Carrillo’s children were found dead Saturday in Los Angeles.
She hasn't been charged with their deaths but was arrested nearly 200 miles (322 kilometres) north and has pleaded not guilty to carjacking.
The children's father had contended their mother was delusional and a threat to their safety.