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

Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Shari Ryant, Akim Powell, KGNS — Sitewide · 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 Laredo News

The alarming incident in South Carolina raises concerns about the safety of children and pets in vehicles during hot weather, a scenario that could easily play out in Laredo's scorching summers. As the city's residents frequent local stores like Home Depot, it's crucial for caregivers to be mindful of the dangers of leaving vulnerable individuals and animals unattended in cars, even for short periods. The fact that the 9-year-old girl's internal body temperature reached 104 degrees just 30 minutes after treatment is a stark reminder of how quickly heat exhaustion can set in. Laredo's community should take note of this incident and exercise extreme caution when traveling with children and pets, especially during the upcoming summer months when temperatures are expected to soar. By doing so, residents can help prevent similar tragedies from occurring in their own community.

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Category: safety · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: KGNS — Sitewide · 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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