Feb 8 β€’ 09:53 UTC πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lithuania Lrytas

The shocking sight: a baby fell out of a moving car

A video showing a baby falling out of a moving car in Fullerton, California, has led to the mother's arrest for child neglect.

In Fullerton, California, a disturbing incident was captured on video, showing a baby falling out of a moving vehicle as it suddenly stopped. The footage, which spread widely on social media, displays the baby sitting helplessly in the middle of a busy intersection, prompting a car to come within inches of the child. In a chaotic scene, the mother, identified as 35-year-old Jacqueline Hernandez, jumps out of the car to grab the distressed infant after the alarming incident.

Authorities reported that the baby had fallen from Hernandez’s black SUV while she was making a left turn at the intersection of W. Malvern Ave. and N. Euclid St. Although the frightening event occurred on January 20, police arrested the mother days later after vital evidence emerged from witnesses regarding the child's safety and neglect. This incident has raised serious concerns about child safety in vehicles and the responsibilities of caregivers.

The emergence of this video has sparked widespread outrage on social media, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable children in such situations. As the investigation unfolds, it emphasizes the need for stricter laws and practices regarding child safety in automobiles, particularly regarding the use of seat belts and child seats. The case serves as a sobering reminder to all parents and guardians about the critical importance of ensuring that children are secure at all times while traveling in vehicles.

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