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‘Disturbing’: Mother, 2 others arrested after 7-year-old was found duct-taped and dead inside closet, police say
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Jennifer Edwards Baker, Alexis Martin, Akim Powell , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Local residents can find more information about this case through news outlets, including KOSA CBS7 and Gray News.
A disturbing case of child abuse has been reported in Cincinnati. Authorities arrested three individuals, including the mother of the victim, in connection with the death of a 7-year-old child. The child's body was found in a closet, and investigators believe the child suffered severe injuries.
Further details about the case are available from local news sources. A detective with 28 years of experience described the abuse as particularly troubling. The suspects, including a 38-year-old woman, entered pleas following their arrest.
Local residents can find more information about this case through news outlets, including KOSA CBS7 and Gray News.
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Category: safety Published: August 7, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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