Northeast philadelphia couple charged after children found living in 'deplorable' home, prosecutors say

Northeast Philadelphia Couple Charged After Children Found Living in ‘Deplorable’ Home, Prosecutors Say

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July 9, 2026

Philadelphia prosecutors have charged a Northeast Philadelphia couple with child endangerment and other offenses after investigators allegedly found two children living in unsanitary conditions alongside firearms inside their home.

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — A Northeast Philadelphia husband and wife are facing multiple felony charges after authorities alleged their two young children were living in deplorable and unsafe conditions inside their home on Whitaker Avenue.

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced Wednesday that prosecutors approved charges against Thomas Bach, 43, and Megan Bach, 44, following a criminal investigation at their residence in the 7100 block of Whitaker Avenue.

According to the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, law enforcement officers executed a search warrant Tuesday and discovered two young children living under conditions described as “deplorable” and “unhygienic,” without access to basic necessities.

Multiple felony charges filed

Each defendant has been charged with:

  • Two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Felony 2)
  • Criminal Conspiracy (Felony 2)
  • Two counts of Possession of an Instrument of Crime (Misdemeanor 1)
  • Prohibited Offensive Weapons (Misdemeanor 1)
  • Two counts of Reckless Endangerment of Another Person (Misdemeanor 2)

Investigators also reported locating firearms inside the residence during the execution of the search warrant.

The Philadelphia Department of Human Services has become involved in the case to ensure the children receive appropriate care and services.

Bail set at $125,000

The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office requested bail of $999,999 for each defendant.

Following their arraignment, the Philadelphia courts set bail at $125,000 each.

Thomas and Megan Bach are scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing on July 20.

Investigation continues

The District Attorney’s Office said the investigation remains active and that additional details regarding the children’s ages or the circumstances that prompted it have not yet been released.

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