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Updated: 11:04 AM Apr 28, 2008
Father Pleads Guilty in Child Neglect Case
A father from Charleston charged with child neglect faces up to two years in jail.
Posted: 10:43 AM Apr 28, 2008Reporter: Anna Baxter Email Address: anna.baxter@wsaz.com |
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- A father from Charleston charged with child neglect faces up to two years in jail.
Matthew Martin pleaded guilty Monday to domestic battery and that he contributed to the neglect of a minor.
Martin was arrested last fall along with his wife, Ashley.
Police say they found the couple's 7-month-old baby alone in her crib.
Investigators say the baby was also found with major blisters on her genitals and backside. We're also told dirty diapers were everywhere and maggots were crawling on food in the home.
Martin faces up to a year in jail on both charges plus fines up to a $1,000. He's expected to be sentenced on July 9th.
The judge ruled Monday Martin will remain on home confinement until his sentencing. Right now he has supervised visits with the child.
According to court records, Martin's wife, Ashley has also pleaded guilty in the case. She has not been sentenced yet.
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Posted by: bob
on Jun 30, 2008 at 06:55 PM
the rash was being treated. there were three different kinds of topical creams. so just bug off. no one knows this family. except debi.
Posted by: Debi
on Apr 30, 2008 at 08:46 PM
to FYI never did I say what they did was right,they did neglect her & I dont think they should get her back either. Maybe if we all work together the system can protect our precious children.
Posted by: Ari
on Apr 29, 2008 at 12:08 PM
people should be fixed, take them out like dogs and have them fixed
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