Police arrested a mother after a 911 call revealed her 9-year-old brother was hit by a falling dumbbell while the children were left alone during a days-long work trip.
Police took a woman into custody after a 911 call from a child disclosed that her 9-year-old brother suffered a head injury from a falling dumbbell. The incident occurred while the mother was away on a work trip that spanned several days, leaving four children home alone.
Authorities said the alleged abandonment was uncovered following the emergency call, prompting officers to investigate the family's situation.
The case highlights the legal risks for parents who leave minors unattended during extended work travel.
A 911 call from a child reporting that her 9-year-old brother was hit by a falling dumbbell led to the investigation.
She was on a work trip that lasted several days and covered the country.
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