Tech Executives' Personal Liability for Platform Content

Tech executives are facing increasing scrutiny and potential personal liability for content on their platforms, with recent arrests and legal actions raising questions about their accountability. While historically companies have been held responsible for platform transgressions, the threshold for holding individuals liable is lowering, especially in areas like child safety. The arrest of Telegram's founder Pavel Durov in France highlights the potential risks tech executives face, but experts believe these cases are outliers for now.

Ph.D. student charged with killing friend's newborn baby

Ph.D. student charged with killing a friend's newborn baby and abusing the infant's twin brother while babysitting in Pennsylvania could face the death penalty if convicted.

Former Notre Dame and NFL player sentenced to life in prison

Former Notre Dame and NFL player Cierre Wood sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole for the death of a 5-year-old girl. His girlfriend also pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and child abuse.

Controversy over the banning of Roblox in Turkey

Turkish Justice Minister Yilmaz Tunc announced the blocking of the children's online video game 'Roblox' in Turkey due to concerns of child abuse. Critics in the US have raised similar allegations. Roblox is accused of endangering children through sexual content, exploitation, and virtual gambling. Despite Roblox's efforts to keep the platform safe, controversies persist, including accusations of exploiting young designers and predators using the platform to make contact with children.

Surgical Castration for Sex Offenders in Louisiana

Louisiana has become the first US state to approve a law allowing surgical castration for sex offenders convicted of crimes against children under 13. The law aims to deter child abusers from committing heinous crimes by threatening the irreversible removal of testicles or ovaries.

Tragic Babysitting Incident Involving Twin Babies

A trusted family friend allegedly killed one twin baby and abused the other while babysitting. The accused, Nicole Virzi, is a Ph.D. student specializing in research about depression's effect on human behavior. She pleaded not guilty to charges of homicide, aggravated assault, and child endangerment.

Illegal Alien Luis Portillo-Henriquez Arrested by ICE for Multiple Convictions Including Child Abuse

Illegal alien Luis Portillo-Henriquez, who entered the U.S. 14 years ago, has a history of criminal convictions in Maryland including drunk driving, driving without a license, and sexually abusing a child. He has been convicted multiple times and was recently nabbed by ICE for deportation.

Child Abuse

A Georgia couple was sentenced to a year and a half in prison for repeatedly abusing their 8-week-old son, who suffered from multiple broken bones and hemorrhages. The couple was found guilty of aggravated battery and cruelty to children.

Conviction of Father in Starvation Death of 6-Year-Old Son

A man in northern Arizona was convicted of first-degree murder and other crimes in the 2020 starvation death of his 6-year-old son, who was locked in a closet for 16 hours a day for a month. The boy weighed only 18 pounds at the time of his death.

Child Abuse in Pennsylvania Juvenile Detention Centers

Multiple lawsuits filed in Pennsylvania allege physical and sexual abuse of children in juvenile detention centers and similar facilities, pointing to a broken juvenile justice system in the state.

Telford Child Rape Grooming Gang Scandal

The ringleader of a Telford child rape grooming gang, Mubarek Ali, has been sentenced to an additional 12 years in prison for raping and trafficking a young girl. The victim described a history of trauma and vulnerability that Ali exploited. The scandal in Telford involved the abuse of over 1,000 mostly white young girls by mostly Muslim men of South Asian descent. Local officials overlooked the abuse due to political correctness and fear of inflaming racial tensions.

Illegal alien released by sanctuary state after child abuse charges

The sanctuary state of Rhode Island released an illegal alien charged with sexually abusing a child, who was later arrested by ICE for deportation.

Case of Missing Seven-Year-Old Harmony and Father's Conviction

The case of the missing seven-year-old Harmony exposes the horrific details of her father, Adam Montgomery, beating her to death and hiding the crime for over two years. Montgomery was sentenced to 45 years to life in prison for second-degree murder, along with other charges. The incident took place in 2019 and the father disposed of Harmony's remains outside Boston after keeping her body for weeks.

Tragic Death of 4-Year-Old Adopted Son

Florida mother charged with first-degree murder, aggravated child abuse, and tampering with a witness in the death of her 4-year-old adopted son from Haiti. Autopsy revealed the child died from assault/blunt force trauma. The mother also allegedly physically abused the child with evidence from home surveillance videos.

Fentanyl Overdose Rescue

Bodycam video shows Long Island ambulance pulling over 3 miles from hospital to save baby's life after fentanyl exposure. Police and first responders save 11-month-old baby from overdose. Father facing child abuse charges, dealer charged with woman's death.

Staff Shortages and Security Concerns for 2026 World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics

Former LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva raises concerns about staff shortages and security for 2026 World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics. Father of Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen charged with abusing one of his children.

Atlantic City Mayor and Wife Charged with Child Abuse

Atlantic City Mayor and his wife were charged with abusing and assaulting their teenage daughter, including hitting her in the head with a broom and knocking her unconscious. Charges include endangering the welfare of a child and making terroristic threats.

Miami Man Arrested for Beating Child Over 'PAW Patrol' Show

A Miami man was arrested for allegedly beating his girlfriend's 5-year-old son for watching 'PAW Patrol' because he believed it was 'for girls.' The man was charged with felony child abuse.

North Dakota woman sentenced for child care center crimes

A North Dakota woman was sentenced to about 19 years in prison for the death of a baby and injury of another child at her unlicensed home child care center.

Child Abuse Case Involving Parenting Influencer and Former Therapist

Police find a 'panic room' hidden in a $5.3 million Utah home linked to child abuse case involving a parenting influencer and former therapist. The home became a popular listing on Realtor.com.

Mass General Brigham hospital addressing structural racism in reporting Black pregnant individuals for child abuse and neglect

Mass General Brigham hospital in Massachusetts is reevaluating its policies after finding that Black pregnant individuals were more likely to be reported for child abuse and neglect if a toxicology report came back positive, aiming to address structural racism in their system.

Child Abuse in Utah Parenting Blogger's Home

Utah police find a 'panic room' in a parenting blogger's home where children were subjected to abuse by the blogger and her partner. The bloggers were motivated by religious extremism and believed the abuse was necessary for repentance and casting out evil spirits.

Texas man found guilty of torturing children and sentenced to more than 10 life sentences

A Texas man, David Calhoun, was found guilty of torturing children and received more than 10 life sentences for his crimes. The abuse inflicted on several of his stepchildren and nephews was described as similar to the torture experienced by prisoners of war and political prisoners during the Korean and Vietnam wars.

Death During Exorcism Ritual

Three individuals are facing charges for the death of a 3-year-old girl during an alleged exorcism at a San Jose church. The girl was believed to be possessed by a demon, and the defendants engaged in a ritual to 'liberate' her, resulting in her death by asphyxiation.

Death of 3-Year-Old During Alleged Exorcism in San Jose Church

Three people in San Jose, California, are facing charges for the death of a 3-year-old girl during an alleged exorcism at a church. They believed she was possessed by a demon and engaged in a ritual to 'liberate' her. The case is currently in a preliminary hearing to determine if it should proceed to trial.

Milwaukee Man Accused of Child Abuse After Baby Suffers Severe Injuries

A Milwaukee man is being accused of child abuse after his baby was found with severe injuries that he claimed were caused by an iPad. The injuries sustained by the baby were found to be inflicted and not accidental by medical staff.

Child Abuse in Kent County, Michigan

Kent County, Michigan parents accused of abusing their children over a decade, making them eat dog food with milk, oatmeal, and hot sauce. The couple also allegedly forced the children to sleep in a garage and eat out of the garbage.