Nine-year-old girl killed by asthma attack after parents failed to refill her inhaler and ran the sobbing child a bath instead of taking her to hospital when she turned blue
Amy Lynn Modrow, a 9-year-old girl, tragically passed away after her parents allegedly failed to call an ambulance for three hours during a severe asthma attack that left her turning blue.
On February 17, Amy was declared braindead after spending a week in the intensive care unit at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis. Her parents, Anthony and Rachel Modrow, both 34, have been charged with second-degree manslaughter, accused of negligently causing Amy's death.
According to reports, Amy's father had not refilled her asthma inhaler for a month leading up to the incident. Her mother attempted to alleviate Amy's symptoms by running a steam bath, referred to as a 'chicken nugget,' instead of seeking medical help.
During Amy's hospitalization, her parents shared updates on social media, pleading for donations and raising over $10,000 online. Rachel even reached out to professional wrestler Rebecca Quinn, expressing Amy's admiration and mentioning her passing.
Anthony documented his grief on Facebook following Amy's death and arrest, expressing deep sorrow and regret over the tragic loss.
Amy's asthma attack began during a sleepover on February 9, and her condition deteriorated rapidly. Despite indications of distress, including difficulty breathing and wheezing, her parents reportedly delayed seeking medical assistance until it was too late.
Prosecutors stated that Amy's chances of survival would have significantly improved if her parents had promptly sought medical attention and that a steam bath was not an appropriate treatment for an asthma attack.
The Modrows appeared in court, where bail was set at $25,000 with a condition of house arrest if posted.
