In South Carolina, Akayla and Justin Bearden have been charged after their infant twins suffered injuries from large rats, with one baby discovered covered in blood and bite marks. The couple reported rodent issues at their home for months but only sought help when the situation escalated. Their twins are now in the custody of the Department of Social Services. Each parent has been charged with two counts of unlawful conduct towards a child and has limitations on contact with their children. The case raises disturbing questions about child safety and parental responsibility.
A South Carolina couple faces criminal charges after alleged neglect allowed their infant twins to be injured by rats, exposing serious concerns about child safety.
The couple claimed rodent issues had persisted for months, leading to horrific injuries to their infant daughter found covered in blood. Their parenting has come under scrutiny.
Authorities reported that both infants were removed from the home, currently in the custody of the Department of Social Services, while the couple faces multiple charges.
The severe nature of the alleged abuse raises alarming questions about the couple's responsibility, mirroring previous cases of parental neglect leading to tragic outcomes.
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