Utah Parenting Bloggers Guilty of Child Abuse

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Utah parenting bloggers Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt pleaded guilty to aggravated child abuse after running a joint YouTube channel. They were involved in a fraudulent enterprise offering counseling services that led to child abuse. Franke's husband filed a lawsuit against them for causing financial losses. Franke and Hildebrandt were sentenced to prison for their crimes.

Key Points

  • Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt ran a joint YouTube channel offering parenting advice
  • They pleaded guilty to aggravated child abuse and were involved in a fraudulent enterprise
  • Franke's husband filed a lawsuit against them for causing financial losses
  • They were sentenced to prison for their crimes

Pros

  • Justice served with guilty plea and prison sentences for child abusers

Cons

  • Serious harm inflicted on children due to abusive behavior
  • Fraudulent counseling services led to financial losses for individuals