🌱 Child Neglect Incident In OKC + Real-Life Heroes On Police Force

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town.

But first, today's weather:

A shower and t-storm; humid. High: 73 Low: 54.

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Here are the top three stories today in Oklahoma City:

1. Alondra Bazaldua of Oklahoma City was found unresponsive with another person in a bathroom Tuesday afternoon from what appeared to be a potential overdose while caring for her children. Bazaldua's children found her and the other individual unresponsive in the bathroom and went next door to alert the neighbor who called 911 for assistance. The fire department administered naloxone to the pair and Bazaldua regained consciousness; once she was medically cleared, she was arrested on a child neglect charge and is being held on a $50,000 bond. Bazaldua lives at home with her three children and her mother; her mother was not present at the time of the incident. (KFOR Oklahoma City)
2. Oklahoma City police officers are currently investigating an accident that occurred early Thursday morning on South Western Avenue that resulted in the death of one man. Around 7:00 a.m., a pick-up truck driver was heading south when he claims a man jumped in front of his vehicle attempting to end his life; the driver stayed on the scene until the authorities arrived to explain the situation. The victim of the accident was pronounced dead on the scene; police have not identified the deceased man but have described him as a middle-aged man. (KOKH FOX25)
3. Oklahoma City officer Manny Vasquez and Sgt. Alex Beloncik received a note of high praise from a woman who called them "real-life heroes" after their quick actions saved her 9-month-old son's life. The mother woke up to find her baby unresponsive with a baby monitor cord wrapped around his neck; her husband called 911 and the couple began to administer CPR as they awaited support to arrive. Officer Vasquez quickly arrived at the scene and was able to get the baby to begin breathing again before transporting him to an ambulance. (KOCO Oklahoma City)

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Today in and around Oklahoma City:

• Piano: State Contest At Catlett Music Center, Norman (8:00 AM)
• Community Coffee: R&B Tree At 210 S Eagle Ln. (8:00 AM)
• Bethany Boots & Badges Blood Drive At Bethany Police & Court Complex (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• As of Jun. 1, Corporal Ake will officially be retiring from the Oklahoma City Fire Department, he has officially signed the book. Corporal Ake has been serving the OKC community for a bit over 25 years. (Oklahoma City Fire Department via Facebook)
• Join Oklahoma City Ballet for an intensive week-long dance class this summer focusing on technique and skill for adult dancers. Whether you are continuing your dancing journey or getting back into it this class welcomes you, you can register online for the class here that is running from Jul. 24-28. (Oklahoma City Ballet via Facebook)
• Need a fun day trip for the family in Oklahoma? You should check out Turner Falls and the Chickasaw National Recreation Area. This spot is welcoming to anyone kids and adults for a fun family bonding experience close to home. (Oklahoma City Mom via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday off right. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.