local
Lethal dose of Benadryl found in 12-year-old’s system after her death, warrants show
By WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 8, 2026
· 4 min read
ENFIELD, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - Newly released search warrants reveal that a 12-year-old Connecticut girl had a lethal level of diphenhydramine, commonly known as Benadryl, in her system when she died in March.Eve Rogers, 12, was found unresponsive at her Enfield home the morning of March 18. S...
Key takeaway (WFSB/Gray News) - Newly released search warrants reveal that a 12-year-old Connecticut girl had a lethal level of diphenhydramine, commonly known as Benadryl, in her system when she died in March.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The tragic death of 12-year-old Eve Rogers in Connecticut raises concerns about medication safety and oversight in homes. While this incident occurred outside of Nashville , it serves as a stark reminder for local parents and caregivers to be vigilant about storing and dispensing medication. In Nashville, where many families struggle with access to healthcare and mental health resources, the risk of medication misuse or accidental overdose may be heightened. The fact that Eve's system contained a lethal dose of Benadryl, as well as an unprescribed antidepressant, highlights the need for careful monitoring and open communication between parents, healthcare providers, and children. As the investigation into Eve's death continues, Nashville residents would do well to review their own medication storage and administration practices, ensuring that prescription and over-the-counter drugs are kept out of reach of children and used only as directed.
About this story
Original reporting by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) . The Nashville surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
Get more The Nashville stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? ENFIELD, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - Newly released search warrants reveal that a 12-year-old Connecticut girl had a lethal level of diphenhydramine, commonly known as Benadryl, in her system when she died in March.Eve Rogers, 12, was found unresponsive at her Enfield home the morning of March 18. S...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 8, 2026 by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) and curated for The Nashville readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate). To learn more about how The Nashville selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The Nashville, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter