Marian Opeyemi Fasesan
US-Based Nigerian Woman Arrested for Murder After Daughter’s Death in Hot Car!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
A 36-year-old Nigerian woman, Gbemisola Akayinode, has been arrested in Houston, Texas, and charged with felony murder and child endangerment following the tragic death of her 9-year-old daughter, Oluwasikemi, who was left unattended in a hot car for several hours.
What We Know:
- The incident occurred on October 16, 2025. Authorities say Akayinode left the child inside a locked vehicle as temperatures soared beyond 37°C (98°F).
- The child reportedly suffered from hyperthermia and was found unresponsive. She was pronounced dead at the hospital.
- Investigators allege the mother was aware the child was in the car but failed to act in time.
Quote:
“This is a heartbreaking and entirely preventable tragedy. No child should suffer or die this way,” — Houston Police Department Spokesperson
Why It Matters:
- Highlights the ongoing risk of hot car deaths in the U.S., where dozens of children die annually in similar circumstances.
- Sparks concern within the Nigerian diaspora community about legal awareness and child safety practices.
- Brings renewed focus on laws surrounding child neglect and vehicular heatstroke.
What to Watch:
- Legal proceedings and possible trial dates for Akayinode.
- Community and consular responses from Nigerian authorities in the U.S.
- Broader public education campaigns on hot car safety.
Sources:
- ABC 13 Houston – “Houston Mom Charged After Daughter Dies in Hot Car”
- KHOU 11 News
- Harris County Court Records – Case File No. 2025-CH-3921
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