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A Long Island Mom Was Allegedly Binge Drinking in Next Room when Her Toddler Choked to Death

Prosecutors say she left the children unattended while drinking heavily, and the judge also barred contact with her husband and daughter.

Summary by NBC New York
A Long Island mother is facing charges after her 18-month-old son choked to death from a popcorn kernel that got stuck in his throat, while she was allegedly binge drinking in the next room. Olivia Bithorn showed signs of heartbreak in court on Monday as she faced a Nassau County judge. She was charged with manslaughter in the choking death of her toddler son, Like. “Her son was blue and cold to the touch,” said Nassau County District Attorney A…

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Newsday broke the news in Melville, United States on Monday, June 29, 2026.
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