Topline: The young girl remained in the vehicle for several hours before she was discovered.
Published: May 12, 2025 7:00 am ET
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SILVER SPRING, MD — A 2-year-old girl has died after being left alone for hours in a hot car in Montgomery County, authorities confirmed Wednesday.
The incident occurred near Arcola Elementary School in Silver Spring, WJLA reported.
According to sources obtained by WJLA, the child’s father had dropped one of his children off at school that morning but allegedly forgot to take his toddler to her babysitter.
The young girl remained in the vehicle for several hours before she was discovered—by then, it was too late.
Montgomery County Police Spokesperson Sheira Goff provided details at the scene.
“The officers got there. They found a toddler who was unresponsive. The parents were distraught, and the toddler was taken to an area hospital where they were pronounced dead,” Goff said.
The child’s identity has not been released, and it remains unclear whether charges will be filed. The case is currently under investigation.
According to the national advocacy group Kids and Car Safety, an average of 38 children die in the United States each year due to being left in hot vehicles. This marks the second child hot car death reported in 2025.
Authorities and safety advocates continue to urge parents and caregivers to double-check their vehicles and remain vigilant—especially as warmer temperatures return.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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2-Year-Old Girl Dies in Hot Car After Father Allegedly Forgets to Drop Her Off at Babysitter
The young girl remained in the vehicle for several hours before she was discovered.
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Published: May 12, 2025 7:00 am ET
SILVER SPRING, MD — A 2-year-old girl has died after being left alone for hours in a hot car in Montgomery County, authorities confirmed Wednesday.
The incident occurred near Arcola Elementary School in Silver Spring, WJLA reported.
According to sources obtained by WJLA, the child’s father had dropped one of his children off at school that morning but allegedly forgot to take his toddler to her babysitter.
The young girl remained in the vehicle for several hours before she was discovered—by then, it was too late.
Montgomery County Police Spokesperson Sheira Goff provided details at the scene.
“The officers got there. They found a toddler who was unresponsive. The parents were distraught, and the toddler was taken to an area hospital where they were pronounced dead,” Goff said.
The child’s identity has not been released, and it remains unclear whether charges will be filed. The case is currently under investigation.
According to the national advocacy group Kids and Car Safety, an average of 38 children die in the United States each year due to being left in hot vehicles. This marks the second child hot car death reported in 2025.
Authorities and safety advocates continue to urge parents and caregivers to double-check their vehicles and remain vigilant—especially as warmer temperatures return.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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2-Year-Old Girl Dies in Hot Car After Father Allegedly Forgets to Drop Her Off at Babysitter
The young girl remained in the vehicle for several hours before she was discovered.
By Jacob Charles
Published: May 12, 2025 7:00 am ET
SILVER SPRING, MD — A 2-year-old girl has died after being left alone for hours in a hot car in Montgomery County, authorities confirmed Wednesday.
The incident occurred near Arcola Elementary School in Silver Spring, WJLA reported.
According to sources obtained by WJLA, the child’s father had dropped one of his children off at school that morning but allegedly forgot to take his toddler to her babysitter.
The young girl remained in the vehicle for several hours before she was discovered—by then, it was too late.
Montgomery County Police Spokesperson Sheira Goff provided details at the scene.
“The officers got there. They found a toddler who was unresponsive. The parents were distraught, and the toddler was taken to an area hospital where they were pronounced dead,” Goff said.
The child’s identity has not been released, and it remains unclear whether charges will be filed. The case is currently under investigation.
According to the national advocacy group Kids and Car Safety, an average of 38 children die in the United States each year due to being left in hot vehicles. This marks the second child hot car death reported in 2025.
Authorities and safety advocates continue to urge parents and caregivers to double-check their vehicles and remain vigilant—especially as warmer temperatures return.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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