A woman from North Carolina has been charged with first-degree murder and child abuse resulting in death after a Harford County Sheriff’s Deputy found her holding her lifeless toddler in the street. The incident took place in Bel Air, Maryland, in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The child, identified as Jason Garcia, 3, was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival, according to the Bel Air Police Department. Charging documents obtained from various sources allege that Gloria Elena Hughes, 37, was caught on surveillance video repeatedly banging her son into the ground.
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The documents also revealed that the child had been in the emergency room the night before due to ingesting acid. In addition, the boy’s father had reportedly alerted police in North Carolina about a custody dispute on Saturday morning.
Gloria Hughes now faces charges of first-degree murder and child abuse resulting in death. It remains unclear whether she has entered a plea at this time.
This tragic incident has once again brought attention to the issue of child abuse. If you suspect child abuse, it is essential to take action. You can contact the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-Child or 1-800-422-4453. The hotline provides assistance in over 170 languages and operates 24/7. All calls are confidential and toll-free.
The local community is left shocked and saddened by this heartbreaking event. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance in protecting children and the need for immediate intervention in suspected cases of abuse.
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