COLUMBUS (WCMH) – Police arrested a mother who they said overdosed in a gas station bathroom while her 1-year-old child was with her. Authorities said Deasa Smith, 25, entered a Circle K gas station on Petzinger Road at about 10:30 p.m. Wednesday. Later, medics were called to the scene after someone called 911 to report a person overdosed. Authorities charged Smith with child endangering. Two women who identified themselves as Smith's sisters said they are aware Smith has a problem with heroin, and her family has been trying repeatedly to get her the help she needs.
Authorities said Deasa Smith, 25, entered a Circle K gas station on Petzinger Road at about 10:30 p.m. to buy cigarettes.