Orlando, FL (32822) — A woman allegedly stabbed a toddler who was seated in a shopping cart next to the child’s mother in a grocery store parking lot. The mother witnessed the attack and called authorities. Police detained the suspect at the scene; she has been charged with attempted murder.
The toddler was transported to a nearby hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. Officers are reviewing surveillance footage from the store and parking lot as part of an ongoing investigation. Officials described the incident as “horrifying and unprovoked.”
Precise location: near the intersection of South Orange Blossom Trail and Colonial Drive. A nearby store owner, Angela Martinez, said, “I can’t believe something like this happened here; it’s terrifying.”
Authorities are urging parents and caretakers to remain vigilant in public spaces and to report suspicious behavior immediately. “Parents should always supervise children closely and report any threats immediately,” said Sgt. Michelle Harris of the Orlando Police Department.
Immediate resources:
» Orlando Trauma Center: (407) 555-HELP
» Child Protection Hotline: 1-800-422-4453
Update log:
6:00 PM — Toddler hospitalized; condition stable.
6:45 PM — Suspect in custody, charged with attempted murder.
7:30 PM — Investigation ongoing; police reviewing surveillance footage.
Community members are encouraged to share any relevant information with investigators. Authorities continue to assess the motive and circumstances surrounding the attack.
