Torrez left two young boys in the back seat. One of the boys was 5 years old and the other was 5 months old.

Someone saw the children in the car and called police.

The children were reportedly sweating badly.

According to police, Torrez did not think the situation was a problem. She admitted to drinking two beers and a shot while at the bar.

Torrez has been charged with child endangerment and public drunkenness.

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Carleigh Knight (left) and her sister, Natalie Rogovin, look at Christmas ornaments while shopping at Kudzu Antiques + Modern in Decatur on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. (Natrice Miller/AJC)

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