Miami, Florida Mother Arrested After Police Say She Tried to Hire an Online Hitman to Kill Her 3-Year-Old Son
FLORIDA — A Miami-area mother is behind bars after authorities say she attempted to arrange the killing of her own 3-year-old son by using a website that secretly alerts law enforcement to murder-for-hire requests. The arrest has shocked investigators and drawn widespread attention due to the disturbing nature of the allegations and the age of the intended victim.
Alleged Online Murder Request Triggers Police Investigation
According to Miami-Dade Police, Jazmin Paez, a mother from the Miami area, was arrested after allegedly submitting a request through the parody website rentahitman.com, a site known for forwarding serious threats and criminal solicitations to law enforcement.
Investigators say Paez submitted a request asking for her young son to be killed or “taken away” as soon as possible, allegedly stating she wanted the matter handled “once and for all.” Authorities say the wording and urgency of the message immediately raised red flags. The website’s administrators flagged the submission and forwarded the information to Miami-Dade Police, who then launched an investigation to determine whether the threat was credible.
Police Say the Threat Was Considered Real and Immediate
After reviewing the online communication, detectives determined that the request was serious and not a joke. Officers moved quickly to locate Paez and ensure the safety of the child.
Police confirmed that the child was found unharmed and was immediately removed from Paez’s care as a precaution. The child is now safe, and authorities have not released details about the child’s current placement for privacy reasons. Paez was taken into custody and questioned by investigators, who say evidence collected during the investigation supported the decision to file criminal charges.
Charges Filed and Court Proceedings Begin
Paez has been charged with solicitation to commit murder, a felony offense under Florida law that carries severe penalties if convicted.
Court records indicate that she was booked into a Miami-Dade County jail, where she is currently being held as the case proceeds through the judicial system. Prosecutors have not yet announced whether additional charges may be filed. Authorities have not released details about Paez’s motive, and investigators say the case remains under active review.
Community Reaction and Child Safety Concerns
The case has sparked outrage and concern among parents and child-advocacy groups, with many calling for stronger mental-health intervention and safeguards for vulnerable children. Authorities emphasized that anyone experiencing thoughts of harming themselves or others should seek immediate help through mental-health professionals or crisis services.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional court dates are expected in the coming weeks. What are your thoughts on how cases like this should be handled, and do you believe enough is being done to protect children in similar situations? Share your thoughts and follow continued updates at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
