9-month-old who died ID’d by Fresno coroner. Baby was found unconscious next to bed
The coroner identified the 9-month-old baby who died May 24 after being found unresponsive at a Fresno home.
Officers responded at 8:30 a.m. to the 3000 block of East Washington Avenue and found the baby on the floor next to a bed.
EMS provided first aid before the baby was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He was identified as Benjamin Yang of Fresno.
Police said there was “no evidence of foul play initially” — but the fatality is being investigated as a potential neglect case. The coroner said the cause of death is pending.
The parents were cooperative, police said.
This story was originally published May 30, 2024 at 7:46 PM.
Anthony Galaviz
The Fresno Bee