Mansfield police chief: Child dies after being left in hot car
A child died Thursday afternoon after being left in a hot car, Mansfield police Chief Jason Bammann confirmed to the News Journal.
Police and EMS officials were called to 55 Wood St. around 3:15 p.m.
"We took a call of a small child; I was told 5-ish. EMS arrived and took him to the hospital, I believe OhioHealth," Bammann said. "Detectives are actively working on the case. What a horrible tragedy this is. I'm at a loss for words."
He offered advice for avoiding such an outcome.
"As a parent, please be aware of these hot days, how quick this can happen," Bammann said.
Temperatures reached the upper 80s in Mansfield on Thursday afternoon.
Cars can heat up quickly on hot days. On an 80-degree day, a car can reach 109 degrees in just 20 minutes and 123 degrees in an hour, according to CBS News.
Bammann said he sympathizes with all involved.
"I feel bad for the officers, the EMTs," the chief said. "I just got the phone call, and it breaks my heart."