Father Accused of Leaving Daughter Overnight for Pokémon Card Line
A father in Charleston, South Carolina, is accused of leaving his 6-year-old daughter sleeping outside a Target store overnight to hold his place in line for a Pokémon card release. Police responded to the scene after other customers reported the…
Terre Haute, IN, November 7, 2026 — In Charleston, South Carolina, a father faces accusations of leaving his 6-year-old daughter unattended overnight outside a Target store. The incident reportedly occurred as the father sought to secure a spot in line for a highly anticipated Pokémon card release event.
The circumstances leading to the child’s overnight presence outside the store involved her father’s attempt to hold his place in the queue for the popular merchandise. The specific date and time of the incident were not immediately available, nor were the full details of the Pokémon card release event.
Authorities were alerted to the situation when other customers present at the scene reported the young child sleeping outside the retail establishment without supervision. Police officers responded to the location following these reports. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
The Charleston Police Department confirmed their response to the incident. Further details regarding any charges filed or the outcome of the police investigation were not disclosed in the provided information. The welfare of the child was assessed by responding officers.
This incident highlights the extreme measures some individuals may take to acquire limited-edition merchandise. While the exact series or specific Pokémon cards involved were not detailed, the demand for such items has previously led to long queues and notable public gatherings at retail locations.
The local Target store’s involvement is limited to the location where the alleged incident took place. Information regarding the store’s policies on line management or overnight access was not provided. The father’s specific actions leading to the child being left alone were central to the police response.
The age of the child, 6 years old, raises concerns about her safety and well-being when left unsupervised for an extended period, particularly overnight. The involvement of other concerned customers in reporting the child’s situation underscores community awareness of potential child endangerment scenarios.
Story summarized from the original created by Live 5 Web Staff, Akim Powell on www.wthitv.com, see more information here.
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