On June 16th, 2023, police responded to a chilling 911 call from Kristel Candelario, claiming she found her 16-month-old daughter Jailyn lifeless. But behind the grieving mother’s facade lay a horrifying reality: Jailyn had been left alone for 10 unimaginable days as Kristel vacationed in Puerto Rico, partying with friends and enjoying cocktails on the beach.
The Ohio woman who left her toddler home alone to starve while she posed for photos on the beaches of Puerto Rico was sentenced to life in prison. Officials have released all evidence in Kristel Candelario’s child murder case, including bodycam and interrogation footage.
Law&Crime’s Sierra Gillespie breaks down the disturbing case.
