parental neglect

Father sentenced to 45 years to life in prison for the killing of his 5-year-old daughter Harmony Montgomery

I am not a father, but I am a godfather to two wonderful children. Hearing about the tragic case of Harmony Montgomery and her father fills me with deep sadness and outrage. The fact that a man with such an extensive criminal history, including violence, was granted full custody of a child with unique care needs is incomprehensible. How did the system fail to protect Harmony from someone who clearly had a history of violence and abusive behavior?

Her brother’s impact statement and the details of Harmony’s death are heartbreaking and gut-wrenching. The thought of a father inflicting such cruelty and violence on his own child is beyond comprehension.… Continue reading

Man jailed for life after breaking baby son’s neck in Leicester

I am deeply disturbed and shaken to my core after reading the horrific news about a man who was jailed for life after breaking his baby son’s neck in Leicester. It is truly unimaginable and heartbreaking to think about the pain and suffering that poor little baby, Ollie, endured in his short life. The fact that he lived for 8 days in agony with 40 bone fractures, including a fractured skull and 23 rib fractures, is beyond comprehension.

When I look at the face of that innocent baby, it brings tears to my eyes. How could anyone be capable of inflicting such unspeakable cruelty on a defenseless child?… Continue reading

Prosecutors say school shooter Ethan Crumbley’s parents show ‘chilling lack of remorse’ after manslaughter convictions

I can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of anger and disbelief when I read about the actions of Ethan Crumbley’s parents following their manslaughter convictions. The lack of remorse displayed by these individuals is nothing short of chilling. How could parents show such callous disregard for the lives lost due to their negligence and their son’s actions?

The fact that the mother has the audacity to request serving her sentence under house arrest in her defense attorney’s home is beyond comprehension. It makes me question the moral compass of these individuals and the depth of their humanity. How can they not see the gravity of their actions and the impact it has had on so many lives?… Continue reading