Ohio Mom Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Murder After Leaving Toddler Alone for 10 Days

An Ohio mother, Kristel Candelario, was sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole after pleading guilty to aggravated murder and child endangerment for leaving her 16-month-old daughter alone in a playpen for 10 days, resulting in the toddler's death from starvation and severe dehydration. The judge condemned her actions as the "ultimate betrayal" and emphasized that she should spend the rest of her life in prison. Candelario, who struggled with depression and related mental health issues, expressed remorse and stated that she has prayed for forgiveness.