Port Richey Couple Arrested After 6-Month-Old Infant Hospitalized with BAC of 0.383

A Port Richey couple faces charges after their 6-month-old daughter was hospitalized with an extremely high blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.383. Jessie Lee Waldroup, 36, and Denise Leann Uzunboylu, 27, both of Port Richey, were arrested on September 17 in connection with the incident.

This disturbing case highlights the severe dangers of alcohol exposure to infants. A BAC of 0.383 in an adult is considered life-threatening, and for a 6-month-old, it represents an immediate and grave medical emergency. The arrests and subsequent legal proceedings will likely involve child protective services to ensure the safety and well-being of the infant.

Pasco County online court records document the arrests of Waldroup and Uzunboylu. Authorities have not released further details regarding how the infant ingested the alcohol, but investigations into such cases typically involve assessing the home environment and circumstances leading to the child's hospitalization.

The community often grapples with the implications of such incidents, prompting discussions about child welfare and the resources available to families in crisis. Child protective services will determine the best course of action for the child, which could include temporary placement with relatives or in foster care, alongside ongoing support for the family if deemed appropriate.

As of today, September 30, 2026, Waldroup and Uzunboylu remain subject to the legal process. Residents can monitor Pasco County online court records for updates on their cases as they progress through the judicial system.