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Plantation police continue investigating after child found dead in car outside preschool
By CBS Miami at CBS4 Miami
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Police in Plantation are continuing to investigate after a child was found dead in a car outside a preschool on Monday evening. CBS News Miami 's Peter D'Oench spoke with the school's owner and has the emotional interview.
Key takeaway CBS News Miami's Peter D'Oench spoke with the school's owner and has the emotional interview.
Why this matters in The Miami
The tragic incident in Plantation raises concerns about child safety in South Florida, where temperatures inside vehicles can quickly become deadly. Miami's tropical climate means that cars can heat up rapidly, even in shaded areas, posing a significant risk to young children left unattended. As the investigation unfolds, parents and caregivers in Miami-Dade County are likely to be reminded of the importance of vigilance when it comes to children's safety in and around vehicles. The fact that this incident occurred outside a preschool, a place where children are supposed to be safe and cared for, will undoubtedly resonate with families in neighborhoods like Little Havana, Wynwood, and Miami Beach, where childcare centers and preschools are a vital part of the community fabric. The community will be watching closely as authorities determine the circumstances surrounding this child's death.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Police in Plantation are continuing to investigate after a child was found dead in a car outside a preschool on Monday evening. CBS News Miami's Peter D'Oench spoke with the school's owner and has the emotional interview.
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