Marketta Phillips, a babysitter based in Las Vegas, is facing serious allegations after reportedly leaving a disturbing message written in blood on an apartment wall following the tragic stabbing death of Journei Ross, a 3-year-old girl. This shocking incident has drawn significant media attention and raised concerns about child safety and caregiver responsibilities.

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Shocking Details Surrounding Marketta Phillips’ Alleged Attack on 3-Year-Old Journei Ross

According to a report from USA Today, police responded to a call regarding a “stabbing incident” at an apartment complex on Wednesday, March 26, around 3:30 a.m. Upon their arrival, officers discovered a young girl who was “suffering from apparent stab wounds.” The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police later confirmed the identity of the victim as Journei Ross, igniting widespread outrage and grief.

“Officers administered life-saving measures while waiting for medical personnel to arrive. The young girl was rushed to a local hospital, where she was sadly pronounced deceased,” stated a press release from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

Following the incident, Marketta Phillips was found “near the scene,” taken into custody by the police, and subsequently booked into the Clark County Detention Center. This development has shocked the community and raised questions about the safety of children in the care of babysitters.

“During the course of the [the] investigation, detectives specializing in homicide cases learned that Phillips was babysitting the victim while the child’s father was at work. At some point, Phillips allegedly stabbed the child and fled the scene just as the father returned home from his job,” the press release further elaborates.

Understanding the Legal Consequences: Charges Against the Las Vegas Babysitter and Court Proceedings

According to information from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Marketta Phillips has been charged with “Open Murder with a Deadly Weapon.” As reported by Law & Crime, the victim’s father, Jeremy Ross, along with her mother, Phalan Whitson, spoke to the media following Phillips’ court appearance on Thursday, March 27. Jeremy disclosed that Phillips had previously babysat his daughter on “numerous” occasions while he worked, further complicating the narrative surrounding this tragic case.

On that fateful evening of March 26, when Jeremy returned home, he was horrified to find Phillips with blood on her arms. He immediately contacted the police before Phillips fled the scene, heightening the urgency of the situation.

“You killed my [expletive] child!” Jeremy reportedly exclaimed during the 911 call, according to reports. “My baby is not breathing. My baby just bled all over the goddamn bed. What the f**k did you do?”

In subsequent interviews, Jeremy revealed that he and Marketta Phillips had been roommates for about a year, which raises further questions about their relationship dynamics. Reports from the Daily Mail indicate that their relationship was tumultuous, described as on-again, off-again. Following the incident, Phillips allegedly wrote a chilling message stating, “everybody who played me is cursed,” in blood on the wall, suggesting a troubled mindset. She later confessed to authorities that she stabbed Journei “more than once” to “get back at” Jeremy Ross, adding a layer of complexity to the motive behind this heinous act.

“I didn’t know this woman. Today was literally the first day I’ve ever seen this woman in my life,” Phalan Whitson expressed to reporters, overwhelmed with grief. “This is crazy; she took my baby.”

According to reports from 8 News Now, it has been revealed that Journei Ross sustained 10 stab wounds. Currently, Phillips is being held without the possibility of bail and is scheduled to appear in court again on Tuesday, April 1, as the community seeks justice for the young victim.

Recent Child Abuse Incidents Highlight the Need for Vigilance: Kentucky Daycare Worker Charged for Mistreatment

As previously reported by The Shade Room, last month, police in Kentucky responded to alarming reports regarding a child being injured at a local daycare facility. Surveillance footage revealed a woman, later identified as Kesha Cochran, aggressively pulling the hair of a 1-year-old child. This incident raises urgent questions about oversight and accountability in childcare settings.

Cochran is accused of causing significant harm, resulting in a “complete bald spot over 6 centimeters” on the child’s scalp, which has drawn widespread condemnation from parents and child advocates alike.

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