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April 18, 2022
PARK SLOPE MAN CHARGED IN INFANT DRUG OVERDOSE: Daniel Auster, son of novelist Paul Auster, was charged with second degree murder, criminally negligent homicide, and endangerment of a child after his 10-month-old infant, Ruby Auster, died. The cause of death was rendered an overdose on fentanyl and heroin by toxicology reports. She was found on November 1, 2021. According to police, Auster had used heroin that morning and fell asleep with his daughter by his side. When Auster woke up, he said his daughter was unresponsive and “lifeless.” Afterward, Auster said that he administered narcan to his daughter’s body. Auster turned himself in to authorities.
The judge has set bail at $100,000 cash or $250,000 bond.