Arizona Couple Arrested on Child Abuse Charges After Allegedly Walking Children in Extreme Heat
In Glendale, Arizona, a couple, Ryan and May Mullin, were arrested on child abuse charges after allegedly leading their two young children, ages 2 and 4, on an hours-long walk in 108-degree heat. A witness reported the couple appeared intoxicated…

Charlotte, NC, August 11, 2026 —
Glendale, Arizona – A couple, identified as Ryan and May Mullin, has been arrested on child abuse charges following an incident where they allegedly walked their two young children, aged 2 and 4, for an extended period in extreme heat. The temperature at the time reached 108 degrees Fahrenheit.
According to reports, the incident occurred after the couple had attended an Arizona Cardinals practice. A witness observed the Mullin couple walking with the children and reported that they appeared to be intoxicated. The witness also noted that the couple stumbled while walking.
Authorities were alerted to the situation, leading to the arrest of Ryan and May Mullin on charges of child abuse. The exact duration of the walk and the specific circumstances surrounding the alleged endangerment of the children are under investigation.
Further details regarding the timeline of events after the Arizona Cardinals practice and the immediate aftermath of the arrest have not been provided. The Glendale Police Department is handling the ongoing investigation into the matter.
Story summarized from the original created by Mitchell Koch, Gray News staff on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
