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Father forgets to bring son to daycare, later finds him dead in backseat during pickup, reports say
By Akim Powell at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
PLANTATION, Fla. (Gray News) - A father in Florida forgot his 18-month-old son in the backseat and later found him dead during daycare pickup, according to reports.Plantation officers were called to A World of Discovery Academy shortly after 5:30 p.m., when they received a “report of a deceased c...
Key takeaway The academy’s owner and director, Leslie Novoa, identified the child as an 18-month-old student, the South Florida Sun Sentinel reported.
Why this matters in The Midland
This tragic incident in Florida raises concerns for parents in Midland , where temperatures can soar, posing a significant threat to children left unattended in vehicles. The Permian Basin's scorching summers can turn a car into a deadly trap, with temperatures inside reaching lethal levels in a matter of minutes. As the community processes this devastating news, local parents and caregivers must be vigilant about ensuring children's safety, especially during drop-offs and pickups. Midland's daycare centers and parents should review their protocols to prevent such a horrific mistake from happening locally. The incident also highlights the need for public awareness campaigns about the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles, especially during the hot summer months in West Texas.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? PLANTATION, Fla. (Gray News) - A father in Florida forgot his 18-month-old son in the backseat and later found him dead during daycare pickup, according to reports.Plantation officers were called to A World of Discovery Academy shortly after 5:30 p.m., when they received a “report of a deceased c...
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