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Mother Chained Daughter, 13, to Fence in Heat
15 Jul
Summary
- Mother chained 13-year-old daughter to a fence without sun protection.
- The incident occurred during extreme heat, with temperatures over 93 degrees.
- The mother faces child abuse and neglect charges following the event.
In Hialeah, Florida, a mother faces serious charges after allegedly chaining her teenage daughter to a fence. Yashira Marie Maldonado, 34, was arrested on child abuse and neglect charges following the incident on Saturday, July 11.
The 13-year-old victim was found secured to a fence outside her great-grandmother's residence. Investigators detailed that Maldonado transported her daughter to the location and used a metal chain around the victim's waist, securing it to the fence, thereby restricting her movement.
Footage from a neighbor's camera captured Maldonado's arrival and departure from the property. The teen was left with a bag containing clothes and medication, but critically, without food, water, or shade. Temperatures on that day exceeded 93 degrees Fahrenheit.
Maldonado reportedly admitted to officers that her actions were wrong, stating she needed a break from her caregiving responsibilities. Her mother, the great-grandmother, and another family member were involved in contacting authorities after attempting to assist the child themselves.
