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

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Shari Ryant, Akim Powell, KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · July 21, 2026 · 1 min read

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. ( WMBF /Gray News) - A 78-year-old woman is accused of leaving a child and a dog inside a hot car in South Carolina. The Horry County Police Department responded to a Home Depot on Saturday. When police arrived, first responders removed a 9-year-old from the car and were treati...

Why this matters in The Midland

The arrest of June Cooper King in South Carolina for leaving a child and dog in a hot car serves as a warning for Midland residents, who are no strangers to scorching summer temperatures. As the Permian Basin area experiences its own heatwaves, the risks of heat exhaustion and heatstroke are very real, particularly for vulnerable populations like children and pets. This incident highlights the need for vigilance and responsible behavior when it comes to protecting those who cannot protect themselves from the heat. In Midland, where temperatures can soar to over 100 degrees during the summer months, it is crucial for residents to take necessary precautions to prevent similar incidents from occurring. The Midland community should be aware of the dangers of leaving children and pets unattended in vehicles, even for short periods, and take steps to ensure their safety and well-being during the hot summer months.

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Category: safety · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 1 min

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

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