260: Jazmine Robin

The episode begins with a warning for sensitive listeners, as it covers serious crimes against children. The host recounts the heartbreaking story of Jazmine Rose Robin, who was born prematurely and spent her short life under troubling circumstances. Jazmine was placed in her parents' care after spending two months in the NICU but faced abuse that led to her tragic death just 11 days later.

Jazmine's father, Jason Robin Jr., had a history of drug addiction and involvement with Child Protective Services (CPS). Despite previous allegations of abuse against the couple's older child, CPS closed the case without adequate investigation. Jazmine’s parents were unfit, as evidenced by several concerning events that were ignored by both CPS and medical personnel.

On July 15, 2018, Jazmine was brought to the emergency room displaying severe signs of abuse and eventually succumbed to her injuries later that day. An autopsy revealed she had suffered extensive fracturing and internal bleeding, prompting an investigation into her death. Jazmine’s parents were arrested later in 2019, with Jason facing murder charges and Catherine being charged with injury to a child.

As the case unfolded, the failings of CPS became apparent, as they failed to intervene despite numerous red flags. In June 2023, after a plea deal, Jason was sentenced to 45 years in prison, and Catherine received 10 years. The episode concludes with a message of remembrance for Jazmine, emphasizing that she never had the chance to experience life.