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Foster Father Apologizes After Child Dies in Vehicle in Linares

The foster father, under investigation for negligent homicide, expressed regret to the biological family and described the incident as a 'terrible accident.'

Un coche de la Policía en Linares, cerca del lugar en el que se encontró al menor fallecido, el pasado martes.
El padre de acogida dirigiéndose a los juzgados

Overview

  • A 21-22 month-old foster child died on May 20, 2025, after being left in a vehicle for approximately six hours in Linares, Spain.
  • The foster father, a 68-year-old with extensive foster care experience, remains under investigation for negligent homicide but has been released from custody.
  • In a public statement, the foster father apologized to the biological family, expressing deep regret and acknowledging the tragedy as an accident.
  • Preliminary findings suggest the child's death was likely due to heatstroke, with temperatures reaching 29°C that day.
  • The foster parents, who have cared for 13 children over seven years, have received support from social services and foster care organizations following the incident.