Heartbreaking Case: Schenectady Woman’s Trial Approaches in Child Death Incident!
A Schenectady woman is facing a serious charge in connection with the death of a 5-year-old child, and the case is moving closer to trial.
The woman, Brandi Terhune, was the ex-girlfriend of Robert Buskey, the father of the child.
Both the prosecution and defense appeared in court recently to discuss the next steps as the case proceeds through the legal system.
Terhune is being charged with tampering with physical evidence, which is a felony. This charge relates to an incident that occurred on June 3, 2024, when Buskey’s 5-year-old daughter tragically died.
According to the prosecutors, Terhune is accused of hiding cocaine that was allegedly given to her by Buskey on the night the child passed away. This is a key part of the evidence being used against her.
The case also involved another child, Buskey’s 3-year-old son, who was found in the same home where the 5-year-old died. The young boy tested positive for cocaine, further complicating the situation.
The Schenectady County District Attorney’s Office has been handling this case, which has drawn attention due to the involvement of children and the tragic circumstances.
As of now, there is no set trial date, but the prosecution has indicated that they are fully prepared to move forward. Both sides are getting ready for the trial, which will bring more details to light regarding the events that led to this heartbreaking situation.
The community is closely watching the developments in this case as it brings to the forefront the devastating impact of drug-related issues on families.
With the legal process moving forward, more information will become available in court about the role that both Terhune and Buskey may have played in this tragedy.