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A New Orleans mother facing charges for stabbing her children

Posted at 6:11 AM, Aug 09, 2022
and last updated 2022-08-09 07:11:39-04

NEW ORLEANS- A mother is in jail for allegedly stabbing her four-year-old daughter to death and critically injuring her 2-year-old boy.

The mother, Janee Pedescleaux, is facing several charges including, suspicion of 2nd-degree murder, attempted murder, and 2nd-degree cruelty to a juvenile.

Medical Director, Dr. Rochelle Head-Dunham, at the Metropolitan Human Service District; says it is crucial for people with violent thoughts or tendencies to get help.