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Before 5-year-old’s death, parents had a history of child abuse charges and drugs - NBC News
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Marlene Lenthang, Madonna Deverson
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Parents in South Carolina have been charged in connection with the death of their five-year-old autistic daughter. Court documents reveal the couple had a prior history of child abuse charges and drug use.
Why it matters
This case highlights systemic failures in child protective services and the tragic consequences of repeat domestic abuse.
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