West Virginia man accused of leaving toddler in 2-degree garage while fixing truck

A criminal complaint details allegations that a child was left in unsafe conditions for an extended period.

RITCHIE COUNTY, WV – A 20-year-old man is facing a felony charge after investigators say he left a toddler inside a garage during near-freezing conditions while he worked on a vehicle, an incident that led to the child becoming ill and requiring hospital care.

Court records show Ian Newlon was arrested last week and charged with child neglect creating a substantial risk of death or serious bodily injury. The case stems from an incident in February when temperatures were reported at just 2 degrees.

According to a criminal complai...