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Couple charged after malnourished girl with autism escaped locked room to find food, police say
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Sophie Wyckoff , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The couple identified themselves as the child's guardians when police responded to a report.
A couple in Iowa is being held without bail. They are accused of a serious offense related to the treatment of a child. The child, a female with autism, was found to be severely malnourished.
The couple identified themselves as the child's guardians when police responded to a report. Police found the child had been locked in a room without basic necessities. Further details about the incident and the charges against the couple are available from the source, including the specific charges and the location where the couple is being held.
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Category: safety Published: August 13, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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