Waukee, Iowa – A mother in Waukee, Iowa, has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her one-year-old son in a horrific crime that shocked the community. Yemissi N. Keto, 26, was found guilty of first-degree murder and child endangerment by a Dallas County jury.
Keto admitted to police that she poured bleach and other cleaning chemicals on her child’s face before smothering him with her bare hands in August 2023. The motive behind this heinous act remains unknown, leaving many questions unanswered.
Following the guilty verdict, Keto’s sentencing is scheduled for April 26, where she faces a mandatory minimum of life in prison for first-degree murder in Iowa. The tragic death of her innocent son has left a lasting impact on the local community.
The Waukee Police Department responded to a call at the home where the crime took place, finding the child unresponsive in an upstairs bedroom. Despite efforts to resuscitate him, the baby was pronounced dead at the scene. The presence of bleach and other cleaning products near the child raised suspicions of foul play.
During police questioning, Keto confessed to intentionally ending her son’s life, even resorting to using her own hands to ensure the deed was done. The details of this chilling confession have left many wondering about the depths of depravity that led to this tragic event.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of this senseless act, the upcoming sentencing of Yemissi N. Keto will serve as a reminder of the importance of justice for the innocent life that was lost. The heartbreaking reality of such a crime serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the need for accountability in the face of unimaginable tragedy.