A Hendricks County couple is sharing their story for the first time after their toddler died in a hot vehicle. Elizabeth and Austin Crapo’s 20-month-old daughter, Marah, died on August 25, 2019.
HENDRICKS COUNTY — A Hendricks County couple is sharing their story for the first time after their toddler died in a hot vehicle.
“With Marah, she was the highlight of our home,” Elizabeth Crapo said. “She was content to just sit in your lap and enjoy you. She would just look into your eyes and observe, laugh and smile.”On average, 38 children die a year in hot cars across the country, or one every 9 days, according to the advocacy group Kids and Car Safety
“Austin took her from Eden and he said ‘Babe, she's not breathing,’” Elizabeth Crapo said. “So, I grabbed her from him and took her to the ground and took her to the grass and started doing CPR."“They took her to the ambulance, and I assumed that meant we were going to a hospital,” Elizabeth Crapo said. “I ran in to get my keys and my shoes and as I ran out Austin said ‘She's already passed’."Marah’s death was ruled an accident and no criminal charges were filed.
Experts who have studied hot car deaths say it can happen to even the most loving, attentive parents. “We live in a world where none of us are perfect,” Elizabeth Crapo said. “Every parent has made mistakes. No matter what it looks like. Sadly, some of the mistakes result in tragedy.”The Crapos and other families started a nonprofit, SRVIVRS, and through their website and Facebook page, they connect with people across the country who have lost children or any loved one.
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