Washington Arrests Over Secret Abortion Pill Scheme
Three arrests in Washington over alleged secret drugging of pregnant woman in abortion attempt.
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Three individuals have been arrested in Bellingham, Washington, in connection with an alleged plot to secretly drug a pregnant woman in an attempt to end her pregnancy. The Bellingham Police Department launched an investigation on October 20 after the woman reported that her former fiancé, Jean Brando Zintz, had drugged her with abortion pills while she was sleeping.
Alleged Attempt to End Pregnancy
Zintz, 32, became upset when he discovered the woman was pregnant in March. His mother reportedly offered her $10,000 to have an abortion, and Zintz encouraged the woman to accept the offer, though she declined. The woman later experienced severe medical complications, including prolonged bleeding and dangerously low blood pressure, according to court records.
Facebook Messages and Accusations
Zintz’s brother, Michael Montano, 30, allegedly contacted the woman via Facebook Messenger and claimed Zintz had poisoned her baby and drugged her by replacing her prenatal vitamins with abortion pills. He also alleged that Zintz administered benzodiazepine and placed the abortion pill under her tongue.
Legal Charges and Evidence
Montano is facing charges of complicity to attempted first-degree manslaughter and two counts of second-degree assault. His girlfriend, Ciara Miller, 30, is also charged with two counts of second-degree assault. Police searched Zintz’s apartment and found drug-cutting agents, misoprostol tablets, sleep aids, and drug paraphernalia. Zintz, who is awaiting extradition, faces charges of first-degree manslaughter and two counts of second-degree assault, as well as a protection order violation.
Medical Process of Medication Abortion
The report explains that a medication abortion involves mifepristone, which blocks progesterone, and misoprostol, which causes contractions and bleeding to expel the baby. According to court records, Montano claimed Zintz only gave the first of two required pills, which ultimately failed to cause an abortion.
Woman’s Health and Legal Status
The woman stopped communicating with Zintz in July, and her health has since improved. Zintz is currently in Arizona, where he was arrested by U.S. Marshals. His case is expected to be handled in Whatcom County, Washington.
Source: Breitbart
