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‘Infinite pain.' Dead twin toddlers' aunt questions overdose claims in South LA
By Helen Jeong and Dennis Broad at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 17, 2026
· 2 min read
After two toddler boys died from a possible drug overdose inside their family home in the Hyde Park neighborhood of South Los Angeles , their grieving family sought answers this week, saying there were no drugs inside the house.
NBC Los Angeles first reported Thursday that toxicology testing is...
Key takeaway NBC Los Angeles first reported Thursday that toxicology testing is underway for the twin toddlers, Atlas and Sebastian Carbajal, after the 1-year-olds were found dead at the home on South Victoria Avenue near Crenshaw Boulevard on Monday.
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The tragic deaths of twin toddlers Atlas and Sebastian Carbajal in the Hyde Park neighborhood of South Los Angeles have sent shockwaves through the community, raising concerns about the safety and well-being of young children in the area. As the investigation into their deaths continues, with law enforcement sources suggesting a possible drug overdose, the family's denial of any drug presence in the home has added a layer of complexity to the case. The LAPD's urging of anyone with information to come forward suggests that the community may hold crucial clues to unraveling the mystery surrounding the twins' deaths. As the city waits for the toxicology reports and the determination of a cause and manner of death, the focus will be on supporting the grieving family and ensuring that such a tragedy does not happen again in the community. The incident has also highlighted the need for increased awareness and education about the dangers of fentanyl and other substances in Los Angeles homes.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? After two toddler boys died from a possible drug overdose inside their family home in the Hyde Park neighborhood of South Los Angeles, their grieving family sought answers this week, saying there were no drugs inside the house.
NBC Los Angeles first reported Thursday that toxicology testing is...
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