Tracey Nix Found Not Guilty of Manslaughter

Tracey Nix, a 67-year-old grandmother from Hardee County, Florida, has been found not guilty of aggravated manslaughter in the death of her 7-month-old granddaughter, Uriel Schock, who died after being left in a hot car in November 2022. Despite the jury's decision, Nix was convicted of the lesser charge of leaving a child unattended in a vehicle. This tragedy marked the second grandchild to die under Nix's care; her grandson Ezra drowned in 2021, though no charges were filed, and this incident was not considered in the trial. The trial, moved to Polk County due to publicity, focused on Nix's actions, with the prosecution arguing negligence and the defense labeling it a tragic accident. Uriel's parents, Kaila Schock-Nix and Drew Schock, expressed mixed emotions, seeking justice for their children while grappling with their feelings towards Nix. Nix faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted of leaving a child unattended, but her defense intends to appeal.