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Tow Truck Driver Arrested for Towing Car with Child Inside

12/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sergio Suarez, a Sunrise, Florida tow truck driver, was arrested for child neglect.
He towed a car with a 4-year-old girl inside.
The incident occurred outside Bistro Creole Restaurant after the girl's father left and tried to alert Suarez.
Surveillance footage contradicted Suarez's claim that he checked the vehicle, and he was released on bond, ordered to avoid contact with the victim, with the towing company not commenting.

History

Historical Context

The tragic case of Sergio Suarez in 2019, where a 4-year-old girl was towed with a car, highlights ongoing child safety concerns in the U.S. In 2018, approximately 1,000 children died in vehicle-related incidents. This incident underscores the need for stricter regulations in the towing industry, echoing past legislative efforts like "Caylee's Law," aimed at improving child safety and accountability.

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Story summary

Sergio Suarez, a Sunrise, Florida tow truck driver, was arrested for child neglect.
He towed a car with a 4-year-old girl inside.
The incident occurred outside Bistro Creole Restaurant after the girl's father left and tried to alert Suarez.
Surveillance footage contradicted Suarez's claim that he checked the vehicle, and he was released on bond, ordered to avoid contact with the victim, with the towing company not commenting.

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