Jury deliberating in child abandonment trial of Dennis Eckersley’s daughter
The daughter of MLB hall of fame pitcher Dennis Eckersley testified she didn’t know she was pregnant when she gave birth in the woods. More
August 1, 2024
Child Abuse
Child abuse can take many forms, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and neglect, and can result in serious harm or even death.
Iowa parents accused of keeping 4-year-old child in makeshift cage
Dustin Perry and Lindsey Hamilton, both 26 years old, are accused of keeping a 4-year-old boy in a makeshift cage. More
July 29, 2024
Katrina Baur, mom of missing 3-year-old, has plea date rescheduled
A plea date has been rescheduled for Katrina Baur, the mom of missing three-year-old Elijah Vue, who was reported missing back in February. More
July 18, 2024
Coffee, candy, comfort: Sterns’ main worries as he awaits murder trial
Stephan Sterns, charged with killing and sexually abusing Madeline Soto, complains about jail, asks parents to send books, candy, and money. More
July 17, 2024
Bond raised for mother, son accused in ‘horrific’ child abuse case
The bonds for Matthew Edmonson and Bailey Edmonson, accused in a child abuse case, were raised in court Wednesday. More
July 11, 2024
Ex-NFL player Daniel Muir, wife denied bail after missing son found
Daniel and Kristin Muir were both denied bond, with Daniel cited as a flight risk, according to a Cass County judge. More
July 9, 2024
Groomed to Kill? | Accomplice to Murder Podcast
A father bludgeoned to death. A confession by his sons, Alex and Derek King. But did family friend Ricky Chavis play a role in this brutal murder? More
July 8, 2024
Plea hearing scheduled for Katrina Baur, Elijah Vue’s mother
A plea hearing is scheduled for later this month for Elijah Vue's mother, Katrina Baur, who faces charges of child neglect. More
July 1, 2024
‘Worse than prisoners of war’: Couple accused of torturing adopted children
A detective recovered several videos showing the parents treating the five biological brothers 'worse than prisoners of war.' More
June 28, 2024
Tracy Ferriter given probation in plea deal for adopted son’s abuse
Tracy Ferriter was facing trial on charges of child neglect, child abuse and false imprisonment. Her husband was convicted of those charges. More
June 24, 2024
Murder of Madeline Soto: Case Against Stephan Sterns | Vinnie Politan Investigates Podcast
In this episode, Vinnie and his expert guests look more closely at Stephan Sterns, including his police interviews, body language, and cellphone analysis. More
June 17, 2024
Missing infant found decomposed underneath debris at family’s home
Investigators said residue and drugs made conditions dangerous for searchers inside the house where Miya's body was found. More
June 14, 2024
Search underway for missing baby as parents, grandfather face charges
8-month-old Miya Rudd hasn't been seen since April. Her parents and grandfather are facing child abuse and drug charges. More
June 13, 2024
Police: Video shows Stephan Sterns moving limp body into trunk
In new documents, detective said Stephan Sterns can be seen on surveillance video moving a limp body into the trunk of his car. More
June 12, 2024
Man who drugged daughter and her friends at sleepover sentenced
The girls, including Michael Meyden's daughter, tested positive at a local hospital for benzodiazepine, used to treat insomnia and anxiety. More
June 12, 2024
Former Georgia pageant queen indicted in death of boyfriend’s toddler
An indictment accuses pageant queen Trinity Poague of 'inflicting blunt force trauma' to the child's head and torso. More
June 11, 2024
Gypsy Rose files lawsuit accusing content creator of fraud, defamation
Gypsy Rose Blanchard and her family have filed a lawsuit against a content creator they say are using private family documents. More
June 5, 2024
‘Do your duct tape thing’: Messages detail abuse against Kinsleigh Welty
Prosecutors say Facebook messages between Tammy Halsey and Toni McClure detail the abuse Kinsleigh Welty suffered. More
June 4, 2024
Kayla Montgomery released from prison
Kayla Montgomery, who testified to witnessing her stepdaughter Harmony's murder, has officially been released on parole. More
May 17, 2024
NH v. Adam Montgomery: Murder of Harmony Montgomery Trial
UPDATE: The judge noted that Adam killed his daughter 'in the most callous and heartless of ways' as she sentenced him for murder. More
May 9, 2024
School bus aide seen on video hitting child facing new charges
Kiarra Jones, who was seen on video appearing to assault a child with autism, now faces 10 additional charges of abuse involving two children. More
May 3, 2024
Katrina Baur, mother of 3-year-old Elijah Vue, denied bond reduction
Elijah Vue’s uncle opposed the motion, saying Baur should remain in custody until they find out where Elijah is and what happened to him. More
April 30, 2024
Police: Nevada couple locked child in ‘large metal enclosure’
A truancy investigation led to arrest of Misty Scanlan and Jeffery Scanlan on charges of child abuse and neglect. More
April 30, 2024
Elijah Vue’s mother, Katrina Baur, expected back in court
District attorney Jacalyn LaBre held a meeting with Katrina Baur’s attorney. Baur is the mother of missing three-year-old Elijah Vue. More
April 26, 2024
Judge: Adam Montgomery must appear at sentencing
Despite his request to be allowed to skip it, a judge ruled that Adam Montgomery must appear at his sentencing for murdering his daughter. More
April 22, 2024
2 charged in death of malnourished 5-year-old appear in court
The mother of Kinsleigh Welty and her boyfriend appeared in court on charges related to the child's death. More
April 18, 2024
3 charged after malnourished 5-year-old girl dies in Indianapolis
5-year-old Kinsleigh Welty had sunken eyes and feces on her feet and in her hair when she was found unresponsive. More
April 16, 2024
Atlantic City mayor, school superintendent accused of beating daughter
Prosecutors say Mayor Marty Small once hit his daughter multiple times in the head with a broom, causing her to lose consciousness. More
April 16, 2024
Ruby Franke’s ex targets Jodi Hildebrandt in lawsuit for abuse
The lawsuit enumerates much of the abuse the children suffered, including one who was forced to jump into a cactus. More
April 15, 2024
Video shows school aide attacking children with special needs on bus
Kiarra Jones is facing felony charges after investigators say video shows her punching and stomping on children with special needs. More
April 11, 2024