:quality(85)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/infobae/HGXVB22LBBDPFO3MHHUABNB2QA.jpg "They arrest a heartless mother in Florida who tried to sell her daughter for USD 500 and then abandoned her")
The Palatka Police were called to an alarming scene in Florida, where a mother was reportedly attempting to sell her 18-month-old daughter for $500 outside an H&R Block office. The incident, which took place on March 5, shocked onlookers and resulted in the swift intervention of local authorities and concerned citizens.
Jessica Woods, 33, now faces multiple charges including child abuse, neglect, abandonment of a minor, and the sale of a minor for money. After abandoning her daughter near a busy road, Woods was later located and arrested on March 7. She has been ordered to have no contact with the victim and bail has been set at $255,000.
The young girl was taken into the care of the Department of Children and Families, who placed her in a foster home to ensure her safety and well-being. Reports indicate that Woods was observed hitting and spanking her daughter before the disturbing attempted sale took place.
The Palatka community has been left reeling from this tragic incident, with social media users expressing outrage and offering prayers for the young child. The case has sparked important conversations about child protection and the need for vigilance in reporting instances of abuse or neglect.
As Jessica Woods faces legal repercussions for her actions, the focus remains on the recovery and future of her daughter. This harrowing event serves as a reminder of the importance of supporting and protecting vulnerable children, and the crucial role that community members, social services, and law enforcement play in preventing similar tragedies from occurring.