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Florida Horror (32703): 1-Year-Old Girl Slammed to Death – Killer Changes Plea in Shocking Twist

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South Park Avenue, Apopka (32703)-  A Florida man has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the tragic death of a 1-year-old girl after a violent outburst when the child wouldn’t stop crying. The incident occurred in Apopka in 2023, where prosecutors say the man admitted to slamming the baby down with “massive impact,” causing fatal injuries. Initially pleading not guilty, he changed his plea during a court hearing this week. Sentencing is scheduled for August 26. The case has shocked the local community and reignited calls for stronger child protection laws as Central Florida faces a troubling rise in infant abuse cases.

Florida Horror 32703: 1-Year-Old Girl Slammed to Death – Killer Changes Plea in Shocking Twist

Key Facts

  • BREAKING: Florida man pleads guilty to killing 1-year-old girl in Apopka

  • IMPACT: Baby died after being slammed down due to “nonstop crying”

  • OFFICIAL SOURCE: “He lost control and admitted his actions” – Prosecutor’s statement

  • ACTION: Sentencing hearing scheduled for August 26 in Orange County Court

Hyperlocal Impact

  1. Location:
    South Park Avenue, Apopka (ZIP: 32703) — Incident occurred near Dream Lake Elementary School

  2. Community Voice:
    “It shook our whole block. That baby didn’t deserve this.”
    – Marla Jenkins, longtime resident of South Park Ave

  3. On the Scene:
    @JadenLocalNews – Captured 9:15 AM near South Park & 5th Street

Exclusive Angle

  • WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
    This is the second child homicide case in Central Florida in under 90 days

  • DOCUMENTED SOURCE:
    Filed affidavit obtained by Newsbreak through Florida Records Act

Crisis Resources

  • Orange County Victim Services: (407) 254-9400

  • Florida Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-962-2873

  • Free Caregiver Support Counseling: www.myflfamilies.com/services

  • Law Enforcement Guidance:
    “If overwhelmed, call a friend, family member, or hotline. Do not take it out on a child.”
    – Sheriff John Mina, Orange County Sheriff’s Office

Community Pulse

VOTE: Should Florida impose life sentences for fatal child abuse cases?
👍 Yes, stricter laws now
👎 No, case-by-case basis
Join the discussion — local leaders are reviewing public opinion

Live Update Log

  • 9:30 AM: Defendant officially enters guilty plea

  • 10:45 AM: Judge confirms August 26 sentencing date

  • 12:30 PM: Local nonprofits plan vigil at Apopka City Hall

Ronak Sharma
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