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Justice Demanded for Toddler Found Dead
22 Feb
Summary
- A 3-year-old girl was found dead in Citra.
- Her mother's boyfriend, Jeroen Coombs, was arrested.
- Community members question if more arrests are needed.
A homicide investigation is underway in Marion County following the discovery of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, who was found dead on February 19th. Her mother's boyfriend, Jeroen Coombs, has been taken into custody.
Community members gathered to express their grief and demand justice. During the demonstration, residents raised questions about the scope of the investigation, with some suggesting that more individuals, including the child's mother, should face charges alongside Coombs.
Despite the community's calls for further action, investigators have not announced any additional arrests or charges as of February 22nd, 2026. Authorities have yet to release the specific cause of Paisley Brown's death, and the legal proceedings continue to be a point of concern for local residents.
