An Indiana couple is accused of inflicting 'nutritional' neglect on their 10-year-old son, zip-tying him, covering his head with a towel, and instructing his siblings to beat him up. The abuse was reported to the police and the couple faces preliminary charges for neglect of a dependent.
Key Points
Child was severely neglected and abused
Parents instructed siblings to beat the child
Child was restrained with zip ties and subjected to inhumane treatment
Cons
Severe child abuse and neglect
Traumatic experiences for the child
Potential long-term physical and psychological impacts on the child