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#sexual-assault
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Public health

People Are Sharing First Signs That A Kid Has Terrible Parents, And It's Heartbreaking To Say The Least

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Public health

People Are Sharing First Signs That A Kid Has Terrible Parents, And It's Heartbreaking To Say The Least

#infant-death
fromSFGATE
2 days ago
California

'An outrage': Calif. father accused of killing baby abused another child

fromSFGATE
2 days ago
California

'An outrage': Calif. father accused of killing baby abused another child

Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

I Left My Mother-in-Law and Toddler Alone for a Minute. The Scene I Returned to Shook Me to My Core.

A grandmother dumping cereal on a toddler's head is violent abuse that requires immediate protective boundaries and serious spousal intervention.
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

GOP Election Official Charged After Putting Cocaine & MDMA In Children's Ice Cream - Above the Law

A North Carolina official is charged with allegedly lacing his grandchildren's Dairy Queen ice cream with cocaine and MDMA and faces felony charges.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Investigators have 'strong indication' of where baby Emmanuel Haro's remains are located

Baby Emmanuel Haro is presumed dead after prolonged parental abuse; parents Rebecca and Jake Haro were arrested and charged with murder while investigators seek his remains.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Cal Fire captain fatally shot his girlfriend, then killed her son to cover it up, prosecutors say

A California firefighting captain is charged with murdering his girlfriend and her son and allegedly attempted to kill another child; he pleaded not guilty.
#missing-child
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

San Jose: Father arrested after 2024 infant death declared a homicide

Julian Morgan Matias Taylor arrested and charged with homicide in November 2024 death of his 5-month-old son after autopsy found severe, repeated physical abuse.
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

The Final Trial of the Menendez Brothers

Erik and Lyle Menendez will have parole hearings after decades of incarceration for the murder of their parents amid claims of enduring severe abuse.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Child at risk of sexual abuse on social services waiting list for 14 months

Tusla's child protection services in Dublin south central have significant concerns, with children waiting too long for intervention.
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Israel Abducted Child Aid Seeker and Tortured Him for a Month While Carrying Out Aid Site Massacres

Israeli forces have been accused of systematic torture and abduction of Palestinian children at aid distribution sites in Gaza.
#sentencing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott faces trial for child sex abuse

Graeme Dott faces trial next year for child sex abuse allegations involving primary school children.
#murder
fromQNS
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Elmhurst man faces life in prison for murder of 3-year-old son at family shelter in old Pan American Hotel: DA - QNS

fromQNS
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Elmhurst man faces life in prison for murder of 3-year-old son at family shelter in old Pan American Hotel: DA - QNS

fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Oakland man got house arrest, probation for starting child porn OnlyFans

Kevin Jimenez, 25, was sentenced to six months of house arrest and two years of probation for possessing child sexual abuse material on an OnlyFans account.
US news
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Pleasant Hill man indicted for allegedly filming himself sexually abusing missing kids

Sainz was accused of meeting two different teen girls online, bringing them to his home, and sexually abusing them on camera. He faces multiple charges including lewd acts and child pornography.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

'Essentially Epstein Island': Law firm calls for federal probe into L.A. County sex abuse

A law firm is seeking a federal investigation into child sexual abuse in L.A. County's juvenile systems after a $4 billion settlement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Verbally abused children more likely to have poor mental health as adults, study finds

Parents who ridicule, threaten or humiliate their children risk leaving them with a 64% higher chance of having poor mental health as an adult.
Mental health
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

5 Key Takeaways: Child Abuser Jodi Hildebrandt's $5 Million Utah Home Is Pulled Off the Market

Jodi Hildebrandt and Ruby Franke, convicted of aggravated child abuse, were arrested in Hildebrandt's Utah mansion where several horrifying torture devices were discovered.
US news
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

New Zealand: Woman arrested over child in suitcase DW 08/04/2025

A 27-year-old woman was arrested for attempting to hide a child in her suitcase during a bus trip in New Zealand.
US news
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

EXCLUSIVE: Jodi Hildebrandt's $5 Million Home Taken Off the Market Weeks Before Premiere of New Docuseries About Her Heinous Crimes

Jodi Hildebrandt's $5 million Utah mansion was taken off the market before a docuseries about her crimes aired.
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 weeks ago

Farage warns 'police and elected officials are acting against the British people' over the migrants - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Warwickshire Police accused of concealing the immigration status of two Afghan asylum seekers charged with serious crimes against a young girl.
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago

What You Need to Know About the New Ruby Franke Docuseries on HBO Max and Investigation Discovery

The docuseries reveals the abusive influence of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt within the Mormon community.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Barahona competent to stand trial for murder of daughter, torture of twin brother

Judge Andrea Ricker Wolfson's ruling established that Jorge Barahona is competent to stand trial concerning the death of his adopted daughter and the abuse of her twin brother. The judge determined that Barahona understands the charges and the potential penalties he faces, which indicates he can assist his legal defense. This assessment followed extensive testimony from forensic psychologists regarding Barahona's mental state and his cognitive function. The judge emphasized the importance of Barahona collaborating with his competent defense team.
Miami
US politics
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Is father facing death penalty for heinous child murder competent to stand trial?

Jorge Barahona faces charges of murdering his adopted daughter and severely abusing her twin brother.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

New Bedford man sentenced to prison for aggravated rape of young child

A New Bedford man was convicted and sentenced to 18-20 years for multiple counts of aggravated rape of a child.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Bishop Eamonn Casey's family left to decide destination of his remains after removal from cathedral crypt

The remains of disgraced bishop Eamonn Casey have been released to his family, leaving them to decide whether to bury him alongside his siblings in Limerick or cremate him.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

San Jose: Martial arts teacher arrested on suspicion of possessing child sexual abuse materials

The suspect was arrested on July 9 for possessing child sexual abuse material and was booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail. Reports indicated he was seen illegally downloading this material at his home.
MMA
#rape
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Social justice

Woman convicted of facilitating the rape of her daughter by the child's uncle over 20 years ago

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Social justice

Woman convicted of facilitating the rape of her daughter by the child's uncle over 20 years ago

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Questions about surrogacy are raised in case of California couple with house brimming with kids

Surrogacy has no federal regulation, leaving it up to states to set the rules if they choose to allow it. California is considered a surrogacy-friendly state because it has clear laws around the process.
California
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Mugshot mix-up: Two N.H. outlets accused of using wrong person's photo with child sex abuse article

Chad W. Lawlor is suing two local publications for publishing his photo erroneously alongside a story about a similarly named man who committed sexual crimes against children.
Miscellaneous
#drowning
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Public health

Husband of influencer Emilie Kiser may face a charge in son's death: Legal expert weighs in

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Police Recommend Felony Charge for Influencer Emilie Kiser's Husband in Son's Drowning Death

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
US news

Police Recommend Felony Charge for Influencer Emilie Kiser's Husband in Son's Drowning Death

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Public health

Husband of influencer Emilie Kiser may face a charge in son's death: Legal expert weighs in

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Police Recommend Felony Charge for Influencer Emilie Kiser's Husband in Son's Drowning Death

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
US news

Police Recommend Felony Charge for Influencer Emilie Kiser's Husband in Son's Drowning Death

fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Razor-Thin Line Between Conspiracy Theory and Actual Conspiracy

Epstein's case combines elements of child abuse, mysterious deaths, missing evidence, and ties to a powerful elite, raising questions about what constitutes conspiracy.
US politics
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

N.H. judge grants $29.6 million verdict in case of child abuse, confinement

Olivia Griffin was awarded $29.6 million for abuse suffered from adoptive parents, marking one of the largest verdicts in New Hampshire history.
#criminal-justice
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Social justice

Woman convicted of facilitating the rape of her daughter by the child's uncle 20 years ago

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Social justice

Woman convicted of facilitating the rape of her daughter by the child's uncle 20 years ago

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

San Jose cop charged with molesting girl was accused of domestic violence, sought foster parent credential

Officer Saul Duran, charged with molesting a teen, had prior accusations of domestic abuse and sought foster parent certification.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

German steakhouse heiress goes on trial accused of kidnapping own children

The prosecution stated that the children had been "tortured and brutally abused" during the alleged abduction, highlighting the severity of the accusations against Block and the others.
Germany news
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Heinous, heartbreaking and expensive. California schools face avalanche of sex abuse claims

Samantha Munoz's lawsuit against Clovis Unified exposes systemic failures in handling allegations of teacher sexual abuse.
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

Police Officer Arrested for Sexual Assault of Two Teen Girls

Duran was arrested on a warrant after a nearly three-week investigation, facing multiple felony charges for the sexual assault of two minors that occurred between 2008 and 2012.
Social justice
Social justice
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Hampstead satanic abuse hoax 'discredited genuine victims', says police report

Ritual child abuse is a real issue, but sensationalist hoaxes undermine credibility and impede genuine cases.
Mental health
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

The No. 1 Sign You Were Raised by a Narcissist, According to a Psychologist

Narcissistic parents profoundly affect children's wellbeing and can lead to long-lasting emotional struggles.
#legal-proceedings
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Factory worker (25) facing jail after being found with abuse images and videos featuring children and nine-month-old baby

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Factory worker (25) facing jail after being found with abuse images and videos featuring children and nine-month-old baby

UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

'I'm a victim of child sex abuse by a Bexley man, my sibling who died is too'

Anthony Bryant, 88, has been found responsible for sexually abusing children despite being unfit for a full trial due to dementia.
#crime
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Alameda dad left 1-year-old in bath as he cooked, scalding most of her body, police say

A father was charged with felony child abuse after leaving his 1-year-old daughter unattended in a bathtub, resulting in severe burns.
#murder-conviction
Social justice
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

California couple whose failure to care for their son led to permanent brain damage convicted of child abuse

Parents were convicted of child abuse for failing to nourish their infant and exposing him to extreme temperatures.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Young boy now blind and quadriplegic - authorities blame his parents' extreme health views

Couple convicted of child abuse for exposing newborn to extreme conditions and inadequate nutrition, resulting in severe brain damage.
#george-gibney
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Canada news

How disgraced former Irish swimming coach George Gibney has run from child abuse allegations for over 30 years

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Canada news

How disgraced former Irish swim coach George Gibney has run from child abuse allegations for over 30 years

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Canada news

How disgraced former Irish swimming coach George Gibney has run from child abuse allegations for over 30 years

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Canada news

How disgraced former Irish swim coach George Gibney has run from child abuse allegations for over 30 years

fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Australia vows childcare crackdown after worker charged with sex offences

The case against Joshua Dale Brown highlights a severe breach of trust within childcare environments, leading to urgent calls for reform in safety protocols across Australia.
Public health
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Tests urged for 1,200 children after day-care worker charged with assault

Over 1,200 young children in Victoria are recommended for health screening following the arrest of a child care worker charged with numerous offenses, including sexual assault.
US news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Garda who impersonated his female colleague online and encouraged men to rape her was a trusted family friend, court hears

Flanagan impersonated a woman online, inciting men to commit violent acts against her, revealing the dangers of digital impersonation.
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Police remove 88 children from church summer camp after abuse claims

"We are expecting charges, but it will be awhile," Parker said, declining to provide more details. He said the charges may come from a state agency and not his department.
US news
fromwww.islingtongazette.co.uk
2 months ago

Hackney teacher faces child sex abuse charges including 'sending nudes to pupils'

Julia Yeates, a London teacher, faces nine serious child sex offence charges including engaging in sexual activity with a child and sending nude photos.
UK news
#nanny
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
NYC parents

Bronx nanny cuffed for allegedly whipping children with belt nearly 60 times smiles for the camera anyway | amNewYork

A nanny in the Bronx faces child abuse charges after being caught on camera abusing two young children.
fromNewsNation
2 months ago
NYC parents

Police search for nanny accused of beating 3 children in NYC

A nanny in NYC is accused of violently abusing three children in her care, with video evidence of the incidents.
Law enforcement is pursuing the case, which has raised significant concern regarding the children's safety.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
NYC parents

Bronx nanny cuffed for allegedly whipping children with belt nearly 60 times smiles for the camera anyway | amNewYork

NYC parents
fromNewsNation
2 months ago

Police search for nanny accused of beating 3 children in NYC

A nanny in NYC is accused of violently abusing three children in her care, with video evidence of the incidents.
Law enforcement is pursuing the case, which has raised significant concern regarding the children's safety.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Police say a German man engaged in cybergrooming and pressured a US teen to kill himself

A 20-year-old man has been arrested in Germany on suspicion of engaging in an online campaign of cybergrooming and virtual sexual abuse of children, including pressuring a 13-year-old American boy to kill himself.
Germany news
#grooming-gangs
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC monster mom who beat 7-year-old daughter to death throws tantrum, avoids sentencing - again

Navasia Jones exhibited extreme defiance during her court sentencing for the murder of her daughter, demonstrating a lack of remorse.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Woman, 22, convicted of abusing 21 babies at nursery where she worked

A nursery worker was convicted of abusing 21 infants, showcasing severe neglect and cruelty toward infants in her care.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago

Romford paedophile scout leader loses appeal against 15-year prison sentence

Michael Costin, a former teacher, was sentenced to 15 years for decades of sexual abuse against young boys, despite denying personal gratification.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

Pushy sporting parents: How far is too far? DW 04/04/2025

The case of Gjert Ingebrigtsen highlights concerns about child abuse and psychological violence in elite sports, prompting a reevaluation of parenting in sports.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Always something I can watch': why Spotlight is my feelgood movie

Kevin's face hollows, his eyes deaden, and we see his soul drain from his body. 'How'd you find out?' he says in a level, diminished tone that rings with years of trauma.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Republican in South Carolina arrested over distribution of child sexual abuse material

During an investigation, South Carolina state representative RJ May, using the screen name joebidennnn69, was arrested for distributing sexual abuse material involving children, raising serious concerns.
US politics
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Mother who abused her son until his legs were amputated to be released from prison

Jody Simpson, mother of Tony Hudgell, is being released early from prison despite the severe abuse inflicted on her son.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYPD seeking arrest warrant for cruel city-funded babysitter caught on video beating helpless NYC tots with belt: sources

NYPD seeks arrest warrant for babysitter recorded abusing Bronx children.
La'keysha Jackson allegedly beat two boys with a belt, prompting police action.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What is Sibling Sexual Abuse? Statistics, Signs, and Effects

Sibling sexual abuse is often overlooked but has profound effects on survivors, necessitating awareness and proactive prevention efforts.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

From Vallejo and Oakland to LA, he allegedly put children on the underground sex market

Tobias Scollay faces serious charges for trafficking minors, continuing his actions from behind bars.
SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 months ago

Father caught therapist molesting autistic boy at their California home, prosecutors allege

A father witnessed a therapist allegedly molesting his autistic son, leading to a felony charge against the therapist.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Inside France's largest child abuse trial after ex-surgeon victimised 299 patients

You were the devil and he sometimes is dressed in a white coat. That is what prosecutor Stephane Kellenberger told Joel Le Scouarnec at the end of France's largest-ever child abuse trial.
France news
France news
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

Former doctor sentenced to 20 years for abusing 299 people, mostly children

A French surgeon received a 20-year sentence for sexually assaulting hundreds, mainly children, highlighting a disturbing case of systematic abuse.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Ex-surgeon jailed for sex attacks on 299 victims in largest French child abuse trial

Former surgeon sentenced to 20 years for sexually abusing 299 child patients, marking France's largest child abuse trial.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Passenger arrested for 'smacking' boy who called her 'fat' and 'Miss Piggy' on flight home from Disney trip: police

A woman was arrested for child abuse after violently reacting to insults from a child on a flight.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

French court to sentence former surgeon who abused children for decades

Former surgeon Joel Le Scouarnec faces 20 years prison for sexually abusing hundreds of patients, primarily children under 15.
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