Teen Accused of Putting Lysol in Mother's Drink

A local youth was arrested and held on cash bail early Monday morning after she allegedly put Lysol in her mother's drink.

Brittany Merrill, 17, of 104 Ledgewood Drive in Portsmouth, New Hampshire is charged with a misdemeanor count of reckless conduct as a result of an incident that took place at that address, according to Portsmouth Police Capt. Mike Schwartz.

Police say Merrill is accused of putting Lysol in her mother's juice in what Schwartz said appears to be a "crime of opportunity."

The captain said initial reports indicate the incident followed an argument between Merrill and the victim.

Schwartz said the victim summoned emergency responders with both police and fire personnel responding to the home at roughly 1:30 a.m.

The victim did consume some of the tainted beverage.

Schwartz said the victim reported a burning sensation in her throat, but did not want to be taken to the hospital.

Merrill was arraigned in Hampton District Court on Monday.