Kristel Candelario is a 32-year-old woman from Ecuador who was living in Cleveland, Ohio. She was sentenced to life in prison for the death of her 16-month-old daughter, Jailyn Candelario. In June 2023, Candelario left her daughter alone in a playpen at their home while she went on a 10-day vacation to Detroit and Puerto Rico. When she returned, she found her daughter deceased and called 911. The investigators found that Jailyn was extremely dehydrated at the time of her death. Candelario's attorneys said they're aiming for the court to take her mental state into account in a future appeal of her case. She had been experiencing relationship issues with the girl’s father and had previously attempted suicide.
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Kristel Candelario, a 32-year-old woman, was sentenced to life in prison for the death of her 16-month-old daughter, Jailyn. The tragic incident occurred when Kristel left her daughter alone for more than a week while she went on vacation. Here are the details:
Background: Kristel Candelario struggled with mental health issues and had previously attempted suicide by overdose in 2023. After her hospitalization, she was given antidepressants, but she stopped taking them, which influenced her judgment when she left Jailyn unattended and went on vacation.
The Tragic Event: On June 6, 2023, Kristel left Jailyn "alone and unattended" in a playpen at their home in Cleveland, Ohio. She traveled to Puerto Rico and Detroit during this time. When she returned, she found Jailyn deceased and called 911. Investigators discovered that Jailyn was "extremely dehydrated at the time of her death".
Legal Proceedings: Kristel pleaded guilty to aggravated murder and child endangerment in a deal with prosecutors. The charges dropped two murder counts and a felonious assault charge. During the trial, the prosecution presented evidence, including photos of Kristel partying in Puerto Rico and a recording of Jailyn screaming days after being left alone. Kristel's attorney emphasized her mental health struggles and the impulsive decision she made to leave her daughter.
Sentencing: Cuyahoga County Judge Brendan Sheehan described Kristel's actions as the "ultimate act of betrayal." He emphasized that she left her baby terrified, alone, and unprotected, resulting in a gruesome death. Kristel was sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Despite the tragedy, Kristel expressed remorse, acknowledging the pain of losing her baby. She attributed her actions to emotional stress and her mental state. Jailyn remains in her heart, wherever she goes, even behind bars. The case serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support for struggling parents.
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