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Woman Charged With Aggravated Child Abuse After Boy Held Underwater at Fla. Resort Pool

Security footage with witness statements underpins the charge, according to the sheriff's office.

Overview

  • Deputies responded Dec. 19 to the Gaylord Palms hotel pool in Kissimmee after reports that play among three children turned aggressive.
  • An affidavit says the woman placed her hands on a 6-year-old’s shoulders, held him underwater for several seconds, and the child exited with a nosebleed.
  • The 36-year-old told investigators she acted to protect her nonverbal autistic son after he was allegedly dunked by the boy.
  • Jail records show she is being held at the Osceola County Jail without bond as the case proceeds.
  • A judge issued a no-contact order on Dec. 20, and court listings showed a Monday appearance was scheduled.