78-year-old woman accused of leaving child, dog in hot car while she was inside Home Depot

From Horry County, S.C.: A woman from South Carolina is facing charges related to a child's welfare. She allegedly left a young girl and a dog unattended in a vehicle. The girl, who is 9 years old, was found to be in distress and was treated for possible heat-related illness.

The woman, who is 78 years old, was taken into custody. Her actions are being investigated by local authorities. The incident occurred at a store location, where the woman had apparently gone inside while leaving the child and dog behind.

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