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Child left alone over an hour followed by caregiver yelling, Pekin IL

audio iconFamily Offense
Near Holly Dr, Pekin, IL 61554

A child was left home alone for over an hour after being dropped off by a bus. When the caregiver returned, they yelled at the child, who pleaded not to be hurt. The incident was recorded on a doorbell camera. Authorities are investigating the child's welfare.

Audio|Source: Tazewell Sheriff/Pekin Police Main
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Transcript:
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Near Holly Dr, caller advised there was a child that was dropped off by bus and left home alone for over an hour.
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Finally came and picked him up and she was screaming at the caller and the child.
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The child was yelling, please don't hurt me.
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I know you're upset, please don't hit me.
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Caller does have video of this interaction,
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the doorbell cam.
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Caller advised that they left the residence about 15 to 20 minutes ago, unknown if they went straight home or not.
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Caller is not sure of the address, but can show you.

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Near Holly Dr, Pekin, IL 61554

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