A Georgia mother is behind bars after police say she left her 1-year-old daughter inside a hot car, leading to the child’s death.
According to 11Alive News, Newton County deputies responded to a call Tuesday, concerning an unresponsive child at Highway 162 and Rocky Plains Road. Deputies found an unresponsive toddler and immediately started life-saving procedures.
The victim was then rushed to Newton Piedmont Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. The sheriff’s office said Thursday that the victim likely died from heat exhaustion, sparking a homicide investigation.
Police arrested the child’s mother, identified as 29-year-old Arie Osbey, and charged her with second-degree murder and making false statements.
So far, the victim’s identity has not been publicly released.
This is a developing story and will be updated as additional information becomes available. Check back for updates.
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