Orange County, CA – A harrowing incident has shaken Orange County, California, following the arrest and murder charges against Khadiyjah Pendergraph, a mother, after her 9-year-old daughter was found lifeless in their Westminster home. The grim discovery unfolded on Friday, prompting law enforcement to take swift action in response to the distressing scene.
Officers, responding to a welfare check request at the residence on the 14100 Block of Goldenwest Street around 12:04 P.M., encountered an alarming situation. Despite attempts to make contact, receiving no response at the door, authorities made a forced entry only to uncover the tragic sight of the child, displaying apparent signs of trauma.
Lupita Pallanes posted on Facebook,
“Khadiyjah Aliyyah Ali Pendergraph, 32 is a NO REMORSE mother. She earned life imprisonment, with no parole.”
The investigation swiftly pointed to Khadiyjah Pendergraph as the primary suspect in the murder. A thorough search ensued, extending to nearby areas. Later, Westminster Police located Pendergraph near an Aliso Viejo shopping center, leading to her immediate arrest and subsequent booking into Orange County Jail on murder charges.
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the identity of the young victim remains undisclosed due to her tender age, eliciting shock and sorrow within the local community. Residents expressed their horror and disbelief, emphasizing that no child should endure such a tragic fate.
Darin Lenyi, Westminster Chief of Police, conveyed deep condolences, describing the incident as a particularly disturbing loss within the community. He extended sympathy to the victim’s family, acknowledging the profound tragedy they now face.
The authorities urge anyone with information related to the case to reach out to Detective Marcela Lopez at 714-548-3773. Those preferring anonymity can submit tips to Orange County Crime Stoppers at 1-855-TIP-OCCS or through their online portal at occrimestoppers.org, as the investigation into this heartbreaking incident continues.
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Source: vothisaucamau.edu.vn
