A child with special needs was found alone in a roadway by a passerby. The boy, who is nonverbal, was spotted near a specific location and taken to safety. Authorities were called and an investigation ensued.

The child's home was found to have unsafe and unsanitary conditions, with certain items within reach of the children. The child's mother was taken into custody and faces charges. The boy's siblings were also removed from the home and are now in the care of a relative.

Further details about the incident and the charges are available from the source.