Lawsuit: Contra Costa social workers, Antioch police failed to prevent parents' deadly abuse of toddler
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The lawsuit alleges that the 18-month-old girl, O.Y., suffered severe abuse, including numerous head injuries and internal damage, ultimately leading to her tragic death.
Documents reveal that authorities, including Contra Costa County and Antioch Police, failed in their duty to protect O.Y., with social services allegedly ignoring multiple red flags.
According to the adoptive parent’s lawsuit, the child experienced extreme abuse and neglect over time, highlighting systemic failures in child protection policies.
The case reflects broader issues within the child welfare system, suggesting that efforts to keep families together may overshadow necessary interventions in imminent danger cases.
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