A terrible incident occurred in Palatka, Florida, involving a young child.
Jessica Woods, a 33-year-old woman, was arrested after allegedly trying to sell her 18-month-old daughter for a mere $500.
According to reports, Woods had been seen lingering around a local business with her toddler for several days.
An employee, concerned about their well-being, approached them to offer help.
However, instead of accepting assistance, Woods made a shocking proposition: she offered to sell her child to the employee for $500.
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Thankfully, the employee refused and, even more concerning, Woods simply walked away, abandoning her daughter.
The kind employee didn't hesitate to take action.
They immediately brought the child to the Palatka Police Department.
Police officers cared for the little girl until social services arrived and placed her in a safe foster home.
Meanwhile, authorities arrested Woods and charged her with severe crimes.
These charges include child neglect, child abuse, and attempting to sell a minor.
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