In Peoria, a troubling case unfolds as the Coroner’s Office announces that cocaine intoxication was the final cause of death for a one-month-old infant named Grayson Luncsford. This conclusion came after investigations revealed the baby also suffered from severe neglect, including malnutrition, dehydration, and heat stress. The source of the cocaine and the specifics of how it entered Grayson’s system remain under intense scrutiny by local authorities. In connection with the case, the mother of the child, Andrea N. Luncsford, has been arrested on charges of endangering the health and life of a child. The Peoria Police continue to investigate the circumstances leading to this tragic event and urge anyone with information to come forward.
“Toxicology testing, conducted at an accredited forensic laboratory, typically takes 4 to 6 weeks to yield conclusive results. After thorough analysis, it was determined that the presence and quantity of cocaine in the baby’s system were significant enough to conclude that cocaine intoxication was the IMMEDIATE cause of death. (Without the presence of cocaine, heat stress, dehydration, malnutrition, and neglect were also terminal conditions.)”
Peoria Police were called to the 2400 block of North Peoria Avenue following reports of an unresponsive baby allegedly left in a hot car. The incident occurred on September 16th around 7 PM. Upon arrival, authorities found a deceased infant, who was later pronounced dead at the scene. On September 17th, Andrea N. Luncsford, 26, was arrested following a police investigation concerning the endangerment of her child’s health and life. Luncsford is detained in the Peoria County Jail and faces Murder (Class M Felony) and Endangering the Life or Health of a Child (Class 3 Felony).