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Toddler's 107F Body Temp After Hot Car Ordeal
18 Dec
Summary
- Toddler Amillio died from extreme heat with a 107F body temperature.
- Mother left children in a running car for over two hours.
- The car's air conditioning shut off automatically after an hour.
A devastating incident occurred on June 29 in Bakersfield, California, where one-year-old Amillio Gutierrez died from extreme heat exposure after being left in a car for over two hours. His body temperature tragically soared to 107F. His two-year-old brother, Mateo, survived the ordeal. The boys' mother, Maya Hernandez, was reportedly at a spa getting lip fillers during the time the children were left unattended.
Investigations revealed that the 2022 Toyota Corolla hybrid, though left running with the air conditioning on, automatically shut off after one hour, disabling the cooling system. Experts estimate the car's internal temperature could have reached 143F on the 101F day. Maya Hernandez is now facing charges including second-degree murder, manslaughter, and child cruelty.
The case has exposed deep rifts between the families of Maya Hernandez and the children's father, Rosendo Gutierrez, who is currently incarcerated. Accusations have been exchanged regarding Maya's alleged selfishness and negligence, contrasting with past family photos of joy. The trial is ongoing, with the jury deliberating whether her actions constitute murder.
