A shocking discovery at a tow yard in Eastpointe, Michigan has left authorities searching for answers after a 13-month-old girl was found inside an impounded vehicle on Saturday.
According to officials, the child was located at Woods Towing and Services, a tow yard on Lexington Avenue, just north of East 9 Mile Road. The vehicle had already been impounded and was sitting on the lot when the toddler was discovered.
How Was the Child Found?
Details remain limited, but law enforcement confirmed that the girl was inside the vehicle when she was located at the tow yard. Authorities have not yet disclosed where the vehicle was originally towed from or how long it had been at the facility before the child was discovered.
Emergency responders acted quickly. The 13-month-old was transported for medical evaluation Saturday afternoon. Officials have not yet released an update on her condition.
Investigation Underway
The circumstances surrounding the incident are now under investigation. Officials confirmed that the Detroit Police Department 9th Precinct is leading the inquiry.
Investigators are working to determine:
- How the toddler ended up inside the vehicle
- Whether the vehicle was checked prior to towing
- The timeline between the tow and the discovery
- Who is responsible for the child’s care
Authorities have not announced any arrests or charges at this time.
Community Concerns Rising
The incident has raised serious concerns about vehicle inspections before towing and the safety protocols in place at impound lots. Community members are awaiting further details as investigators piece together what happened.
Officials say more information will be released as the investigation progresses.
This is a developing story.
