NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesAugust 17, 2026Miami-Dade
Texas woman arrested for child neglect in Sunny Isles Beach
Elena Sexton, 41, was arrested and charged with child neglect after her 6-year-old son was found alone at Town Center Park. The child reported being left by his mother for several hours while she met with a friend.
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A resident of Texas faces criminal charges in Miami-Dade County following an incident involving the abandonment of a minor in a public park.
Key Facts
- Elena Sexton, 41, was arrested on a charge of child neglect without great bodily harm.
- The incident occurred at Town Center Park on Collins Avenue in Sunny Isles Beach.
- Police were notified by a witness at 8:50 p.m. on Saturday.
- The child, age 6, reported being left alone for nearly an hour.
- The child stated he had not eaten since breakfast.
- The mother told police she left the child to meet a friend and get food.
- A judge set the bond for the suspect at $2,500 on Monday.
Who's Mentioned
locationTown Center Park“The specific park where the child was found.”personElena Sexton“41-year-old Texas resident arrested for child neglect”other41“Age of the suspect”locationMiami-Dade“Jurisdiction where the arrest occurred and records are held”other51“Telemundo 51 news station”locationSunny Isles Beach“Location of the incident at Town Center Park”