TIVERTON, R.I. — A woman was arrested after police found a 15-month-old baby alone inside a car in the parking lot of a casino. This scary situation made people worry about the safety of the child and has started an investigation.
Baby Left Alone in Car
The incident happened on a Saturday afternoon. Someone at the casino parking lot saw the little child sitting alone inside a parked car with the windows up. This person quickly called the police because they knew it was not safe for the child to be left alone.
When police got there, they found the baby alone and looked upset but was not hurt. The officers took the child out of the car right away to keep them safe.
Mother Found Inside Casino
While searching for the child’s parent, police found the mother inside the casino. She was arrested and charged with child neglect, which means she didn’t take good care of her child.
The police said the mother seemed drunk and was not able to take care of the baby properly. She was taken to jail and is waiting for her court hearing.
Helping the Child
After rescuing the baby, the police called child protection services to help. Social workers came to check on the baby’s health and made sure the child had a safe place to stay.
Everyone wants to make sure the baby gets the care and love needed during this hard time. The investigation is still going on to understand what really happened.
Community Worried
People in the community were shocked when they heard what happened. Many parents said it was very scary that a little baby was left alone like that.
One local mom said, “It breaks my heart. No child should ever be left alone, especially so young. I’m glad the police found the baby quickly.”
Police Warn About Dangers
Police want to remind everyone that leaving children alone in cars is very dangerous. Even if it is just for a few minutes, it can cause serious harm, especially when the weather is hot or cold.
Police Chief Mark Thompson said, “Leaving a child in a car alone is never safe. Parents and caregivers need to be careful and ask for help if they are having problems.”
What Happens Next?
The mother will have to go to court because of the child neglect charges. The police and social workers will keep working to make sure the baby is safe and cared for.
The child is now with people who can protect and support them while the investigation continues. The police are keeping details about the child private to respect the family’s feelings.
Help for Families
The police and child services remind parents that help is out there. If families are struggling, there are programs that offer support like counseling, help with childcare, and treatment for addiction.
If you know someone who needs help, it’s important to encourage them to reach out before things get dangerous.
This was a scary moment for the child and the community. But thanks to a quick-thinking person who called the police, the baby is safe now. The community hopes the mother gets help and that the child will have a brighter future.
