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Missing 3-year-old child found dead in hot car, Cheatham County sheriff says. Here’s what we know
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Caleb Wethington, Li Cohen , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about this incident can be found through local news sources, including WSMV 4 News, which has been providing updates on the situation.
A tragic incident occurred in Pegram, Tennessee, involving a young child. The child's body was discovered in a vehicle on the family's property. Authorities were alerted after the child went missing from a home.
The circumstances surrounding the child's death are still being investigated. It is believed that the child entered the vehicle alone and was unable to exit. Further details about this incident can be found through local news sources, including WSMV 4 News, which has been providing updates on the situation.
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Category: local Published: August 12, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A tragic incident occurred in Pegram, Tennessee, involving a young child. The child's body was discovered in a vehicle on the family's property. Authorities were alerted after the child went missing…
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