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U.S. Arrests Meliza Campos-Sanchez for Arson of Children

8/27/2026

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U.S. authorities arrested Meliza Campos-Sanchez in Miami for child abuse, neglect and first-degree arson.
On August 16, 2026 she poured hot wax on her 3- and 6-year-old daughters and ignited their clothing.
She posted two Instagram videos that showed the wax and the ensuing kitchen fire.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement filed a detainer to keep her in custody for removal.
A judge ordered a mental-competency evaluation by two Spanish-speaking doctors.

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U.S. authorities arrested Meliza Campos-Sanchez in Miami for child abuse, neglect and first-degree arson.
On August 16, 2026 she poured hot wax on her 3- and 6-year-old daughters and ignited their clothing.
She posted two Instagram videos that showed the wax and the ensuing kitchen fire.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement filed a detainer to keep her in custody for removal.
A judge ordered a mental-competency evaluation by two Spanish-speaking doctors.