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Carsons Mommy · 08-23-2008, 04:20 PM

This JUST happend here in Cincinnati a year ago with a 2 year old little girl. What is wrong with these people? Accident my A$$. I don't find it humanly possible to FORGET your own child is sleeping in the backseat of the car. I don't care how busy you are or how much stuff you have going on in your life. I couldn't imagine the pain and suffering that tiny baby experienced in her last few hours. I won't even begin to say the things that I think should happen to this poor excuse for a human being.

August 21st 2008

EAST PRICE HILL-- An 11-month-old girl died this afternoon after Cincinnati police said she was left alone for hours in a minivan while her mother went to work as a professor at Cincinnati Christian University.

Sgt. Joe Briede of the homicide unit said the mother called 911 about 4:30 p.m. to report the child was dead in the car seat in the back of the Honda Odyssey minivan. The minivan was parked in the lot outside the main campus building.

Investigators said the child was in the car since her mother arrived at the campus at about 8:30 a.m. Temperatures rose steadily from 69 degrees this morning to a high of 90 degrees at 3:53 p.m. at Lunken Airport.

The mother was identified by university President David Faust as Jodie K. Edwards, a professor in the counseling department.

"This is an unspeakable tragedy and no words can express our grief, sorrow, and care for the Edwards family," Faust said. "The Bible says to weep with those who also weep, so we are supporting them with our tears and prayer."

The death of the little girl comes nearly one year since a 2-year-old child died after she was left inside a hot car for nearly eight hours while her mother went to work at Glen Este Middle School in Clermont County.

The mother, Brenda Nesselroad-Slaby, said she forgot Cecilia was in the car. The girl died of hyperthermia. No charges were filed.

Edwards is a second-year professor who mainly teaches graduate students.

"Dr. Edwards is a wonderful person, model professor and mom," Faust said. "This is a very, very caring place and she's the kind of person who exemplified that but bad things happen."

Faust said an e-mail had been sent to students, informing them of what happened. Faculty members went to students during dinner and spoke to each individually as news began to spread.

A prayer meeting will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday to support the family and help those grieving.

Faust asked that judgment about Edwards be withheld so that the community can focus on prayer.

"She is a person who deserves our support and understanding through this terrible situation," Faust said.

The dark gray Honda Odyssey was towed from the parking lot shortly before 7 p.m. Investigators removed the car seat from the back of the minivan.

Investigators were planning to interview the parents at the Criminal Investigations Section downtown.

Hamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters was at home cooking dinner when he heard about the incident from one of his assistants.

“Obviously, it’s a tragic issue,” he said. “We have to look at the facts and decide from there. I have no idea what the facts are yet.”

In the Slaby death, Clermont County Prosecutor Donald White concluded that no crime was committed. White came under intense pressure to charge the mother with a crime, such as child endangering or reckless homicide. But White said it was tragic accident.

Cincinnati Christian University was formerly called Cincinnati Bible College & Seminary. It was founded in 1924.

There are about 1,100 students total, along with nearly 40 full time faculty members.

Half of the student body returned this week and classes for the fall semester start next week, Faust said.

As investigators wrapped up the crime scene, a quiet fell over the campus. Many students jogged by during a workout and some played football on the campus, seemingly unaware of the tragedy.

Some students who did know what happened went to the campus chapel. Faust hoped the school would get through the ordeal.

“Just because you believe in God doesn’t mean you don’t have terrible things happen to you,” Faust said.

Carsons Mommy · 08-23-2008, 04:24 PM

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Could Call Have Saved Baby's Life? - Cincinnati breaking news, weather radar, traffic from 9News | Channel 9 WCPO.com

Carsons Mommy · 08-23-2008, 04:30 PM

Oh my gosh. I just listened to a portion of the 911 call. You have to listen to this.. 911 Call Released In Death Of Baby In Van - Cincinnati breaking news, weather radar, traffic from 9News | Channel 9 WCPO.com She isn't even CRYING. I WOULD BE FLIPPING OUT HYSTERICALLY. Makes me even MORE sick.

JeanieK · 08-23-2008, 04:30 PM

It is horrible and happens way too often. I too find it hard to beleive that one would not know their child is in the car. But I would hate to think that anyone would be that cruel to do it deliberately.

I think it is one more tragedy that can be blamed on cell phones. Heck when I talk on my phone when going to a store, I almost never remember where I parked my car.

Parents need to be made aware of the dangers of allowing work to distract them from their main duty, PARENTING.

There should be something set up with the day care and schools that if a child is not dropped off by a certain, the daycare calls the parent. or a string that can be attached from the childs carseat to the parent to remind them.

Certainly someone can devise some dort of reminder, like they have for leaving your keys in the car.

tjdmom · 08-23-2008, 04:37 PM

This makes me incredibly sad and sick to my stomach. I can't even imagine and don't even want to think about it. I agree. It seems that maybe car manufacturers could come up with something. I can't believe so many children have died this way......

KimberlySRN · 08-23-2008, 05:24 PM

That is so sad. What a tragedy. The woman sounds like she is in shock. Goodness… that is one of the worst things in the world to know that your actions or lack there of caused your baby to die .

Reese1 · 08-23-2008, 06:38 PM

This story has sickened me all week!
The fact that last year the Mother was a principal at a school and then this year the lady counsels at a school, unbelievable!
These poor children suffered something awful!

It killed me that one of the headlines that ran this week said "if only the babysitter had called me" it later went on to say the family didn't blame the babysitter, unreal! Like you needed the babysitter to call to remind you that you have your child in the car!

jrsygal37 · 08-23-2008, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Carsons Mommy

Oh my gosh. I just listened to a portion of the 911 call. You have to listen to this.. 911 Call Released In Death Of Baby In Van - Cincinnati breaking news, weather radar, traffic from 9News | Channel 9 WCPO.com She isn't even CRYING. I WOULD BE FLIPPING OUT HYSTERICALLY. Makes me even MORE sick.

I just said the same thing. I'm sorry but she did not even sound distraught. I know people handle things differently but my god this was your baby and you calmly called the police to tell them you found your baby dead and that she would have been 11 months. I find this unreal. Elaine

emilyann · 08-23-2008, 07:07 PM

I'm sorry but how could she have gone for THAT

long not even thinking "OMG, WAIT, I LEFT MY BABY IN THE CAR!"? That's a ridiculously long amount of time for someone to forget about their baby that they GAVE BIRTH TO. How does someone do something like that?

She's obviously a VERY unfit parent and thank God that the baby is in a much better place.

JeanieK · 08-23-2008, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by jrsygal37

I just said the same thing. I'm sorry but she did not even sound distraught. I know people handle things differently but my god this was your baby and you calmly called the police to tell them you found your baby dead and that she would have been 11 months. I find this unreal. Elaine

I think she was in shock. The reality had not even hit her yet.

And I know it is not the baysitters fault or responsibility, but I think parents should set up that sort of check with their babysitters and daycares.

YorkieShadow · 08-23-2008, 10:06 PM

Storys like this also make me very ill. I just dont understand how anything like this can happen, and to think what all these babys had to go through Oh my gosh so sad. But I cant and will not say it wasnt an accident.I guess one could be over stressed and not have a clear mind. IDK.

yorkiekist · 08-23-2008, 10:20 PM

This happens to pets and children multiple times every summer here in hot, hot, blistering hot AZ. I always find it amazing that someone can actually forget the baby but NEVER forget their cell phone or purse.

08-23-2008, 04:20 PM	#1
Carsons Mommy Mom 2 Carson & Bailey Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ft. Mitchell, KY Posts: 1,122	This makes me absolutely sick to my stomach. This JUST happend here in Cincinnati a year ago with a 2 year old little girl. What is wrong with these people? Accident my A$$. I don't find it humanly possible to FORGET your own child is sleeping in the backseat of the car. I don't care how busy you are or how much stuff you have going on in your life. I couldn't imagine the pain and suffering that tiny baby experienced in her last few hours. I won't even begin to say the things that I think should happen to this poor excuse for a human being. August 21st 2008 EAST PRICE HILL-- An 11-month-old girl died this afternoon after Cincinnati police said she was left alone for hours in a minivan while her mother went to work as a professor at Cincinnati Christian University. Sgt. Joe Briede of the homicide unit said the mother called 911 about 4:30 p.m. to report the child was dead in the car seat in the back of the Honda Odyssey minivan. The minivan was parked in the lot outside the main campus building. Investigators said the child was in the car since her mother arrived at the campus at about 8:30 a.m. Temperatures rose steadily from 69 degrees this morning to a high of 90 degrees at 3:53 p.m. at Lunken Airport. The mother was identified by university President David Faust as Jodie K. Edwards, a professor in the counseling department. "This is an unspeakable tragedy and no words can express our grief, sorrow, and care for the Edwards family," Faust said. "The Bible says to weep with those who also weep, so we are supporting them with our tears and prayer." The death of the little girl comes nearly one year since a 2-year-old child died after she was left inside a hot car for nearly eight hours while her mother went to work at Glen Este Middle School in Clermont County. The mother, Brenda Nesselroad-Slaby, said she forgot Cecilia was in the car. The girl died of hyperthermia. No charges were filed. Edwards is a second-year professor who mainly teaches graduate students. "Dr. Edwards is a wonderful person, model professor and mom," Faust said. "This is a very, very caring place and she's the kind of person who exemplified that but bad things happen." Faust said an e-mail had been sent to students, informing them of what happened. Faculty members went to students during dinner and spoke to each individually as news began to spread. A prayer meeting will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday to support the family and help those grieving. Faust asked that judgment about Edwards be withheld so that the community can focus on prayer. "She is a person who deserves our support and understanding through this terrible situation," Faust said. The dark gray Honda Odyssey was towed from the parking lot shortly before 7 p.m. Investigators removed the car seat from the back of the minivan. Investigators were planning to interview the parents at the Criminal Investigations Section downtown. Hamilton County Prosecutor Joe Deters was at home cooking dinner when he heard about the incident from one of his assistants. “Obviously, it’s a tragic issue,” he said. “We have to look at the facts and decide from there. I have no idea what the facts are yet.” In the Slaby death, Clermont County Prosecutor Donald White concluded that no crime was committed. White came under intense pressure to charge the mother with a crime, such as child endangering or reckless homicide. But White said it was tragic accident. Cincinnati Christian University was formerly called Cincinnati Bible College & Seminary. It was founded in 1924. There are about 1,100 students total, along with nearly 40 full time faculty members. Half of the student body returned this week and classes for the fall semester start next week, Faust said. As investigators wrapped up the crime scene, a quiet fell over the campus. Many students jogged by during a workout and some played football on the campus, seemingly unaware of the tragedy. Some students who did know what happened went to the campus chapel. Faust hoped the school would get through the ordeal. “Just because you believe in God doesn’t mean you don’t have terrible things happen to you,” Faust said. __________________ Rachael, Carson and Bailey Last edited by Carsons Mommy; 08-23-2008 at 04:22 PM.

08-23-2008, 04:24 PM	#2
Carsons Mommy Mom 2 Carson & Bailey Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ft. Mitchell, KY Posts: 1,122	Here are some more links Could Call Have Saved Baby's Life? - Cincinnati breaking news, weather radar, traffic from 9News \| Channel 9 WCPO.com __________________ Rachael, Carson and Bailey

08-23-2008, 04:30 PM	#3
Carsons Mommy Mom 2 Carson & Bailey Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ft. Mitchell, KY Posts: 1,122	Oh my gosh. I just listened to a portion of the 911 call. You have to listen to this.. 911 Call Released In Death Of Baby In Van - Cincinnati breaking news, weather radar, traffic from 9News \| Channel 9 WCPO.com She isn't even CRYING. I WOULD BE FLIPPING OUT HYSTERICALLY. Makes me even MORE sick. __________________ Rachael, Carson and Bailey

08-23-2008, 05:24 PM	#6
KimberlySRN Twins=double the fun! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 2,981	That is so sad. What a tragedy. The woman sounds like she is in shock. Goodness… that is one of the worst things in the world to know that your actions or lack there of caused your baby to die . __________________ Kim Anakin Bella

08-23-2008, 06:38 PM	#7
Reese1 Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,304	This story has sickened me all week! The fact that last year the Mother was a principal at a school and then this year the lady counsels at a school, unbelievable! These poor children suffered something awful! It killed me that one of the headlines that ran this week said "if only the babysitter had called me" it later went on to say the family didn't blame the babysitter, unreal! Like you needed the babysitter to call to remind you that you have your child in the car! __________________ Crosley Wrigley Camden

08-23-2008, 04:30 PM	#4
JeanieK Donating YT 12K Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Council Bluffs Iowa Posts: 12,552	It is horrible and happens way too often. I too find it hard to beleive that one would not know their child is in the car. But I would hate to think that anyone would be that cruel to do it deliberately. I think it is one more tragedy that can be blamed on cell phones. Heck when I talk on my phone when going to a store, I almost never remember where I parked my car. Parents need to be made aware of the dangers of allowing work to distract them from their main duty, PARENTING. There should be something set up with the day care and schools that if a child is not dropped off by a certain, the daycare calls the parent. or a string that can be attached from the childs carseat to the parent to remind them. Certainly someone can devise some dort of reminder, like they have for leaving your keys in the car.

08-23-2008, 04:37 PM	#5
tjdmom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: upstate ny Posts: 5,847	This makes me incredibly sad and sick to my stomach. I can't even imagine and don't even want to think about it. I agree. It seems that maybe car manufacturers could come up with something. I can't believe so many children have died this way......

08-23-2008, 07:07 PM	#9
emilyann Lovin' My LilBug! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,513	I'm sorry but how could she have gone for THAT long not even thinking "OMG, WAIT, I LEFT MY BABY IN THE CAR!"? That's a ridiculously long amount of time for someone to forget about their baby that they GAVE BIRTH TO. How does someone do something like that? She's obviously a VERY unfit parent and thank God that the baby is in a much better place. __________________ love my lillybug! rags and ribbons!

08-23-2008, 10:06 PM	#11
YorkieShadow BANNED! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: USA Posts: 9,999	Storys like this also make me very ill. I just dont understand how anything like this can happen, and to think what all these babys had to go through Oh my gosh so sad. But I cant and will not say it wasnt an accident.I guess one could be over stressed and not have a clear mind. IDK.

08-23-2008, 10:20 PM	#12
yorkiekist YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: HOT, HOT, HOT AZ Posts: 3,150	This happens to pets and children multiple times every summer here in hot, hot, blistering hot AZ. I always find it amazing that someone can actually forget the baby but NEVER forget their cell phone or purse. __________________ *BUYCOTT ARIZONA*