Mother Gets Life Sentence In Tragic Child Neglect Case

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A Georgia mother will spend the rest of her life behind bars after abandoning her disabled 7-year-old daughter in a closet, where the child’s mummified body was later discovered strapped in a stroller months after her death.

Key Takeaways

Alondra Hobbs received life without parole for the death of her disabled daughter Alivia Jordan, who was found mummified in a closet four months after abandonment
The 7-year-old victim had autism, cerebral palsy, and suffered from seizures, requiring specialized care
Hobbs continued collecting $900 monthly disability checks intended for her daughter after abandoning her
After leaving her daughter to die, Hobbs began dating and showed little remorse, describing being cheated on as the worst day of her life
The District Attorney emphasized that abandoning a child is never the right choice and resources are available for struggling parents

Horrific Discovery in DeKalb County Apartment

In June 2023, police discovered the mummified remains of 7-year-old Alivia Jordan after responding to a call from a disconnected cellphone that led them to Hidden Valley Apartments in Decatur, Georgia. The child’s body was found strapped in her stroller inside a closet, where she had been abandoned approximately four months earlier. Alivia, who suffered from autism, cerebral palsy, and seizure disorders, had been deliberately left to die alone by her mother, Alondra Hobbs, who had moved out of the apartment in February 2023.

The case shocked the community and first responders alike. According to neighbors who witnessed the discovery, “She looked like a real mummy.” Authorities determined that Alivia had been left alone to die between February 28, 2023, and June 25, 2023. The medical examiner’s report indicated the child had died of starvation and dehydration, suffering a slow and painful death while completely helpless.

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Mother’s Callous Indifference

Investigators uncovered disturbing evidence of Hobbs’ callousness toward her disabled daughter. After abandoning Alivia, Hobbs continued collecting the $900 monthly disability checks intended for her daughter’s care. When questioned about her actions, Hobbs reportedly told authorities that caring for her special needs daughter was “too much” for her. While her daughter lay dying alone in a closet, Hobbs began dating and socializing, demonstrating a shocking lack of concern for her child’s welfare.

“Alivia Jordan did not deserve the slow, painful, and lonely death she suffered at the hands of her mother,” said DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston.

Adding to the disturbing nature of the case, investigators found that Hobbs had expressed complete indifference about funeral arrangements for Alivia. More troublingly, when asked about the most difficult day of her life, Hobbs described being cheated on by a romantic partner rather than the death of her child. Court records also revealed that Hobbs had a history of legal issues, including prior arrests for simple assault and battery with family violence.

Justice for Alivia Jordan

Five days after discovering Alivia’s body, authorities charged Hobbs with multiple crimes. She eventually pleaded guilty to malice murder, felony murder, and first-degree cruelty to children. Despite her defense attorney’s request for life with the possibility of parole, citing Hobbs’ alleged remorse, the judge sentenced her to life without the possibility of parole on April 23, 2023. The case was prosecuted by Chief Assistant District Attorney Edward Chase and Senior Assistant District Attorney Jasmine Reese.

“I hope her family finds some comfort in knowing that Alondra Hobbs is being held fully accountable. I want parents to know that abandoning a child is never the right choice and help is available for those who are struggling,” said DA Boston.

The judge who delivered the sentence acknowledged the unusual nature of the case, saying, “This is a very tragic case. There are always options. There’s very rare cases where a murder case does not involve a weapon—a physical weapon—and sometimes hands are a physical weapon. And it’s difficult. How do you process that?” District Attorney Boston highlighted FindHelpGA.org as a resource for families in need of social and health services, emphasizing that support is available for parents facing challenges with special needs children.