Mom Admits to Leaving Child Alone to Die While She Vacationed

An Ohio woman, aged 32, is facing a potential life sentence after admitting to the aggravated murder and child endangerment of her 16-month-old daughter. Kristel A. Candelario left her toddler alone at home, resulting in the child’s death due to starvation and dehydration, while she vacationed in Puerto Rico. Candelario entered a guilty plea on Thursday, according to court documents. The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office, in return for her plea, agreed to dismiss additional charges …

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