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Toddler Found Dead in Hot Car; Father Charged with Manslaughter

Kennedy, Brookwood, crime, accident, police, San Joaquin County, Tuscaloosa County, Breaking, Warning

A 1-year-old child was found dead in a hot car in Brookwood, Alabama, on May 20. The father, Logan Keith Chewning, was arrested and charged with manslaughter.

- The child was still strapped in a car seat after being left for hours in temperatures over 90°F. - Chewning admitted to drinking alcohol throughout the day and leaving to buy more.

- Officials said there is no evidence of intent, but his reckless behavior caused the death. - The case may be elevated to felony murder; Chewning is held without bond.

This story was originally reported by kmph. Read the original article here.

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