At approximately 10:25 AM on Saturday, October 24, 2026, members of the Boston Police Fugitive Unit arrested Dayanna Familia, 35-years-old, of Dorchester, in the area of 17 Eastbrook Road in Dedham. Familia was taken into custody by way of an outstanding arrest warrant issued out of Dorchester District Court for charges of Manslaughter, Possession of Class A Drugs, Destruction of Evidence, and Intentionally Misleading an Investigator in a Criminal Investigation.
The facts and circumstances of the initial incident are as follows:
At approximately 8:51 PM, on Monday August 17, 2026, officers assigned to District B-3 (Mattapan) responded to a radio call for an unknown problem in the area of 200 Fuller Street in Dorchester.
Upon arrival, officers observed the unresponsive 4-year-old victim. Officers began administering CPR and the victim was transported to a local hospital where was later pronounced deceased.
Following the post mortem autopsy, the victim’s death was determined to have been caused by acute fentanyl intoxication.
The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact the Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470.
Community members who wish to provide information anonymously may do so through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
By Text: Text “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Boston Police CrimeStoppers
Photos and videos related to the investigation can also be submitted anonymously via CrimeStoppers. The Boston Police Department strictly protects the identities of those who assist in investigations anonymously.
For those impacted by this incident, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) offers free, 24/7, confidential emotional support. To connect with a trained provider, please call (617) 431-0125.