Woman Arrested After Leaving Children at North Charleston Store
Authorities charged a 32-year-old woman after three children were left unsupervised at a local Sam’s Club.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Child Care
Police responded to a report of three unsupervised children at a Sam’s Club in North Charleston. The children had been left alone for several hours while 32-year-old Endaisha Jasmine Nelson was reportedly selling candy.
Why it matters
This incident highlights local child safety concerns and the legal consequences of leaving minors unattended in public spaces. Authorities took immediate action to secure the well-being of the children involved following the reported neglect.
Endaisha Jasmine Nelson faces three total criminal counts after leaving three children unsupervised for several hours. The incident, which triggered a response from the South Carolina Department of Social Services, resulted in the suspect's arrest at North Charleston City Hall.
The players
Endaisha Jasmine Nelson
A 32-year-old individual arrested and charged with unlawful conduct toward a child and contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
South Carolina Department of Social Services
The state agency responsible for child welfare investigations and protective custody mandates.
The details
Authorities were alerted to the situation at 2 p.m. and eventually made contact with Nelson by phone. Following their investigation at the Sam's Club, officers met the suspect at City Hall to execute the arrest and transport her to the Al Cannon Detention Center. The South Carolina Department of Social Services has since taken custody of Nelson's son, while officers worked to return the other two children to their respective mothers.
Timeline
2 p.m. on October 13, 2026: Police responded to the report of the unsupervised children.
The Home Front
This incident follows the application of South Carolina's Unlawful Conduct Toward a Child statute to hold caregivers accountable for leaving minors unattended. Local law enforcement maintains strict standards for child supervision in public commercial spaces to ensure safety.
Always ensure minors are under the supervision of a trusted adult when visiting crowded commercial areas like local retail stores. If you encounter an unattended child in a public space, contact local law enforcement immediately to ensure their safety.
The takeaway
This case serves as a reminder of the legal and safety risks associated with leaving children unsupervised in public. Families should confirm care arrangements ahead of time to ensure that children remain in a secure, supervised environment at all times.
Further reading
For more information on state safety standards, visit the Child Care resources section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WYFF4.
