In Antioch, a mother was arrested after a passer-by discovered her 2-year-old child alone outside their home. Police conducted a welfare check and found the home unsecured. Upon entering, they located another 2-year-old, a 5-year-old, and an 8-year-old, all of whom required medical attention. Following their evaluation at a hospital, the children were deemed safe but placed into the custody of Child and Family Services due to the hazardous condition of their home. The incident highlights concerns about child safety and parental responsibility.
Officers were contacted about 5 p.m. to do a welfare check on the home after the passer-by saw the child, according to a statement from Antioch police.
Police said they entered the house to make sure the child was safe and found another 2-year-old, a 5-year-old and an 8-year-old inside. All three needed medical attention.
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