A single mother who taught Sunday school at her grandfather's church in Tracy, California is in custody for the kidnapping and murder of her daughter's playmate. Eight-year old Sandra Cantu frequently played with Melissa Huckaby's five-year old daughter.Family members say that they are stunned to learn that Huckaby has been arrested for this terrible crime because she loves children and has abundant patience with them. Cantu's body was found in the 28-year old woman's suit case in an irrigation pond. Huckaby is being held in custody in the San Joaquin County Jail without bail and on suicide watch.
Statistically, it is rare for women to kidnap and murder children. Police were shocked when Huckaby emerged as their only suspect based on her inconsistent story. They have not revealed where or how young Sandra was killed. No motive has been established.How odd and alarming that the mother of a young daughter would take the life of someone else's young daughter! I'll ask the question again... Parents, do you know where your children are? Do you really know the person that you are entrusting your child to? Ask your children questions when they've been with someone else outside of your presence. Check their bodies for unusual marks and ask how they got there. Talk to them and let them know that they can come to you about anything, especially if someone tells them not to tell. I'm no expert but as always, I'll include helpful links.
Rest in peace, Sandra. To her family, may God bless and keep you.
Child Safety Tips Links:
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
Polly Klass Foundation- Take Action: Keep Your Children Safe
McGruff.org
Essortment.com - Child Safety Tips
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