Child under 3 years old found locked in cage, police say

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE/Gray News) - Five people were arrested on Monday after a child was found locked inside of a cage, according to police in Kentucky.

Detectives in Carrollton were working on a previous tip when they found the child in the 700 block of 7th Street.

Police said they found the boy, who is under the age of 3 years old, in a wooden and metal enclosure that was padlocked.

Detectives secured the area and executed a search warrant of the property. Two other children were removed from the home following an initial investigation.

Shelby Turocy, Tammy Simmons, Codey Johnson, William Mahoney and Brenda Chilton were booked at... — Shelby Turocy, Tammy Simmons, Codey Johnson, William Mahoney and Brenda Chilton were booked at the Carroll County Jail in Kentucky. (Carroll County Jail)

Police arrested and five individuals, identified as 71-year-old Brenda Chilton, 72-year-old William Mahoney, 29-year-old Codey Johnson, 52-year-old Tammy Simmons and 28-year-old Shelby Turocy.

The five suspects face numerous charges, including criminal abuse and wanton endangerment. Turocy faces additional charges for drug possession.

Police are continuing to investigate.