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Disturbing video: California daycare worker dropped 2-year-old, causing traumatic brain injury, lawsuit alleges
By KTVU FOX 2 News
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
Warning: This video may be disturbing to some viewers. A Los Angeles family has filed a lawsuit against an El Segundo-based club after their toddler sustained severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, when he was allegedly dropped after being thrown into the air by an employee last Mar...
Key takeaway Warning: This video may be disturbing to some viewers.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The disturbing incident in an El Segundo daycare has sent shockwaves throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, prompting concerns about childcare safety in local communities. While the alleged incident occurred outside of San Francisco, it raises questions about the vetting and training processes for daycare workers in the city. San Francisco parents who entrust their children to daycare centers may be wondering if similar incidents could occur closer to home. The city's high cost of living often means that both parents work, relying on daycare services to care for their children. As a result, ensuring the safety and well-being of these children is crucial. The lawsuit filed by the Los Angeles family will likely be watched closely by San Francisco families and childcare advocates, who will be looking for answers about how to prevent such incidents in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KTVU FOX 2 News ·
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What is this story about? Warning: This video may be disturbing to some viewers. A Los Angeles family has filed a lawsuit against an El Segundo-based club after their toddler sustained severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, when he was allegedly dropped after being thrown into the air by an employee last Mar...
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