Lawsuit Filed After Fort Worth Daycare Loses Toddler Who Wanders into Traffic

Fort Worth Daycare Faces Lawsuit Over Toddler's Near-Disaster

In a shocking incident that has raised serious concerns about daycare safety protocols, Felisha and Travae Jones, parents of a 2-year-old girl, have filed a lawsuit against the BeYOUtiful Beginnings daycare center in North Fort Worth, Texas. The suit alleges that the daycare staff lost track of their daughter on a particularly hot August day, leading her to wander into the middle of a busy road.

According to the legal complaint filed in Tarrant County, the events transpired on the morning of August 28, 2025. On that day, the toddler somehow managed to leave the daycare unnoticed, crossing an expansive parking lot and an alleyway before entering the multilane Parkwood Hill Boulevard. With a speed limit of 35 mph, this road is known for its heavy traffic. It wasn't until about 10:50 a.m. that two good Samaritans discovered the girl wandering alone and dangerously close to oncoming vehicles.

The couple has recounted how they had entrusted their child to the daycare’s care, expecting a safe environment. Instead, they faced a nightmare when their daughter, described as hot and sweaty with signs of heat exhaustion, was rescued from the street. One of the men who found her proceeded to call the Fort Worth Police Department while the other searched the area for any sign of the missing child’s family.

Upon investigation, it became evident that no one at the daycare was aware that the child was missing. The police found that staff members did not conduct essential safety checks, including headcounts or naming checks, that day. The complaint further reveals that a caregiver responsible for the toddler’s class had felt “overwhelmed” because a second teacher, who was meant to assist, had left her alone with the toddlers.

Disturbingly, the lawsuit also highlights that the daycare’s method of keeping children together—using a tether system with Velcro straps—was grossly inadequate and potentially dangerous. The caregiver reportedly demonstrated how easily toddlers could detach themselves from the strap, leaving them vulnerable to wandering off.

In response to the horrific incident, an independent investigation was conducted by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission Child-Care Licensing Division and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). The findings resulted in multiple citations against BeYOUtiful Beginnings, as they were found to have violated five childcare safety laws.

Attorney Russell Button, representing the Jones family, was adamant about the gravity of the daycare's failure. He stated, “A daycare lost a 2-year-old for so long that she was able to wander through a parking lot and alleyway completely unnoticed.” He emphasized the expectation that working parents have when they drop off their children, underscoring that caregivers should ensure the safety of the children under their supervision.

Felisha Jones shared the heartbreak of potentially losing her daughter, stating, “I trusted BeYOUtiful Beginnings with the most precious thing in my life, my 2-year-old daughter. They put her life at risk. I could've lost my child forever.”

The lawsuit, filed under cause number 342-385541-26 in the 342nd District Court of Tarrant County, Texas, seeks accountability for the distressing incident that could have ended in tragedy. As the Jones family presses for justice, this case serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of proper supervision and safety measures in childcare facilities for children's well-being.

The Button Law Firm, which is dedicated to protecting children's rights, aims to hold BeYOUtiful Beginnings accountable for their negligence and hopes to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.