A 2-year-old child has died after being left in a hot car in Hallandale Beach, Florida, according to police. Officers responded to a home around 1:35 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2026, and found the child. The heat index in the area reached 101 degrees Fahrenheit that day.
The child was transported to a local hospital and later pronounced dead. Authorities have not specified how long the toddler was in the car. The Hallandale Beach Police Department stated that the investigation is ongoing.
"This is a heartbreaking loss, and our thoughts are with the child's family, and everyone affected by this tragedy," the department said in a statement. "We also want to use this moment to remind every parent, guardian, and caregiver in our community: Always check the back seat before locking your vehicle and walking away."
This incident marks the 10th child death in a hot car in the U.S. this year, according to national nonprofit KidsAndCars.org. Last year, the organization reported that at least 37 children died in similar circumstances nationwide.