A woman is accused of abandoning her baby outside the father’s apartment and daring him to “call CPS on me,” according to police. Authorities said the infant was left unattended in unsafe conditions but was found unharmed after neighbors alerted officers. Paramedics checked the child, who is now in the custody of Child Protective Services. The father, who cooperated fully with investigators, reported the incident immediately. Police later arrested the mother and charged her with child endangerment. The case has sparked community outrage, raising urgent concerns over child safety and parental accountability in vulnerable family situations.
Key Facts
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BREAKING: Mother allegedly left infant outside father’s apartment, challenging him to “call CPS.”
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IMPACT: Baby found unharmed but exposed to unsafe conditions.
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OFFICIAL SOURCE: “The child’s wellbeing was unnecessarily endangered,” – Police spokesperson.
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ACTION: Authorities urge residents to immediately report suspected child abandonment or neglect.
Hyperlocal Impact
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Precise Location:
Oakwood Apartments, ZIP 75052 – near Meadow Lane & Birch Street. -
Community Connection:
“I heard crying in the hallway, then saw officers rushing in.”
– David Morales, neighbor -
Visual Proof:
Exclusive Angle
Crisis Response
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IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
» Child Protective Services Hotline: 1-800-252-5400
» Local Family Support Center: 123 Maple Ave, Call 972-555-HELP -
OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:
“Leaving a child unattended is dangerous and criminal—please call us if you see it.”
– Lt. Karen Hughes, Police Department
Community Pulse
“VOTE: Should parents who abandon children face stricter jail terms?
👍 Yes – zero tolerance
👎 No – case-by-case basis
Share your views, officials monitoring responses”
Update Log
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10:45 PM: Baby checked by paramedics, reported safe and in CPS custody.
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11:15 PM: Woman taken into custody, charged with child endangerment.
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12:30 AM: Police confirm father cooperating fully with investigation.
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