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19-year-old girl arrested for putting bleach in roommate's iced tea
Posted: 12.05.2012 at 1:30 PM
Anne Cook

Anne is the Internet Managing Editor for UpNorthLive.

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ISBELLA CO. -- 19-year-old Kayla Bonkowski was arrested for poisoning her roommate.

According to Michigan State Police, the two girls were disputing over dirty dishes when it escalated to the point that Bonkowski put bleach into the 20-year-old victim's iced tea.

Police say the victim did seek medical treatment and has been released.

Bonkowski posted a $2,000 cash bond after being arrested, police say.

An arraignment is scheduled for December 10th. She will be facing a felony count of poisoning - food/drink/medicine/water supply. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in state prison.

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