New Jersey fancies itself a progressive beacon—a state of equity, sustainability, and opportunity. Yet its mass transit system, a cornerstone of any forward-thinking society, is an unmitigated disaster that mocks those ideals.…
Two Philadelphia Caregivers Sentenced for Neglect and Fraud **HARRISBURG, PA** – Attorney General Michelle Henry announced prison and probation sentences for two Philadelphia direct care workers responsible for neglecting a quadriplegic relative,…
AKRON, Ohio — Akron police and animal rescue teams intervened in a severe animal hoarding and neglect case on Sunday, December 15, rescuing more than 170 animals living in deplorable conditions. Officers…
GAINESVILLE, VA — A 63-year-old Gainesville man was arrested early Thursday morning following a domestic dispute that left a woman injured and raised concerns about the welfare of three young children in…
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — A mother and son have been arrested and charged with felony homicide following the death of a 32-year-old man with cerebral palsy, who authorities say suffered severe neglect at…
Rosie O’Donnell’s daughter, Chelsea Belle O’Donnell, has found herself in serious legal trouble following her recent arrest on multiple charges, including child neglect. According to an exclusive report from In Touch, the…
HOMOSASSA, FL — The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) announced the arrest of Melissa Dawn Heward, 42, and Samantha Lynn Heward, 21, both of Homosassa, on multiple charges of animal cruelty and…
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Two women from Brick Township were sentenced to 364 days in the Ocean County Jail on Friday after pleading guilty to charges of animal cruelty and child neglect.…
Indiana — A 3-year-old Indiana girl ingested fentanyl from a pill crusher found in her father’s backpack, leading to felony neglect charges against the father, authorities reported. Devin D’rell Rollins, 25, is…
WOODBRIDGE, VA—A distressing case of child neglect has led to the arrest of 64-year-old Elizabeth Carol Powell from Woodbridge. The incident, which involved a 2-year-old boy being left unattended, occurred in the…
Stafford County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a reckless driver on Chestnut Hill Drive on June 19, 2024, at 3:02 p.m. First Sergeant D.F. Purcell Jr. and Deputy D.J. Ferrell…
FREDERICK, MD – A Frederick County Circuit Court has sentenced Emmanuel Olaeken Owoyeye, 49, to twelve months in the Frederick County Adult Detention Center, with an additional nine years suspended, for 1st…
STAFFORD COUNTY, VA—A distressing incident of child neglect was reported by the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office. On Wednesday, at around 6:23 PM, a 7-year-old girl was found alone and disheveled on Cumberland…
Denville, NJ – A 44-year-old Rockaway man was taken into custody following a hit-and-run incident at Morris Knolls High School on Wednesday. David DeRosa, found to be under the influence during the…
QUEENS, NY – Evadne Harrington has been charged with animal abuse following the discovery of a severely malnourished and neglected dog in her Far Rockaway apartment, announced Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz.…
SOUTHWICK, MA – David Reed, 59, of Southwick, faces serious charges including involuntary manslaughter and abuse/neglect of an elderly or disabled person, according to the Hampden County District Attorney’s Office. Reed was…
QUEENS, NY – Cory Elder, a 43-year-old male residing at 474 Beach 44 Street, has been arrested and faces several charges including criminal possession of a controlled substance, torture/injure/not feed animal, criminal…
By Rich McKay (Reuters) – A Virginia mother was sentenced to two years in prison on a state charge of felony child neglect after her 6-year-old son shot and wounded his teacher…
MILWAUKEE, WI – Katie Koch, a 34-year-old Wisconsin mother, has accepted a plea deal that may lead to substantial prison time. Koch faced charges related to the chronic neglect and false imprisonment…
BARNEGAT BAY, NJ – Hankins Island, officially known as Middle Sedge Island in Ocean County, New Jersey, holds a unique place in the region’s history, marked by natural beauty and the remnants…
A woman was arrested early Sunday morning for leaving her young daughter unattended in a car while she visited a local bar. Veronica Elliot, 35, is now facing a child neglect charge…
MINEOLA, N.Y. – Kevin Barnett, a 70-year-old resident of Point Lookout, was arrested on charges related to the alleged neglect and subsequent starvation of his adult dog, named ‘Jessica’. Nassau County District…
CLARKSBURG, WV – A 44-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman were arrested in West Virginia after police found their residence uninhabitable due to unsanitary conditions. Authorities confirmed that Katrina Lynn Hall and…
An Indiana mother and uncle, previously guilty of felony meth possession, now confront felony neglect charges concerning a 10-year-old boy reportedly living in squalor. On October 11, authorities inspected the residence of…
HARRISBURG, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry announced charges against Eliut Lopez Enriquez, a 56-year-old nurse, following allegations of abuse and neglect at The Gardens at Blue Ridge, a skilled nursing facility…
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The mother of a 6-year-old Virginia boy who shot and wounded his elementary school teacher in January pleaded guilty on Tuesday to a state charge of felony child neglect,…