Man Arrested After Allegedly Leaving Child Outside Store for Pokémon Cards
In West Ashley, Charleston, South Carolina, a man was arrested for allegedly leaving his 6-year-old daughter asleep outside a Target store to save his place in line for a Pokémon card release.
Champaign Urbana & Springfield Decatur, IL, November 7, 2026 —
A man was arrested in West Ashley, Charleston, South Carolina, after authorities allege he left his young daughter unattended outside a retail store. The incident reportedly occurred while the man was attempting to secure a place in line for a special release of Pokémon cards.
According to reports, the man is accused of leaving his 6-year-old daughter asleep outside a Target store. The alleged purpose of this action was to preserve his position in a queue for a limited release of Pokémon trading cards. The specific details regarding the time of day, duration the child was left unattended, and the exact date of the incident were not provided in the available information.
Authorities were alerted to the situation, leading to the man’s subsequent arrest. The specific charges filed against the individual were not detailed in the provided summary. Further information regarding the child’s welfare and any involvement of child protective services was also not included. The outcome of the legal proceedings is currently unknown.
The release of sought-after collectibles, such as special editions of Pokémon cards, has previously drawn large crowds and instances of public disturbance in various locations. This incident highlights a potential extreme measure taken by an individual to obtain such items. The local police department’s involvement signifies the seriousness with which the alleged abandonment of a minor is being treated. More information is expected to be released as the case progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Live 5 Web Staff, Akim Powell on www.wandtv.com, see more information here.
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