ABC/MyNetworkTV/Fox affiliate in Columbus, Ohio
Authorities have found 16 children in deplorable conditions at a Hamden home in southern Ohio. The adults involved have been charged with second-degree felony child endangerment. Several children require medical treatment and were transported to hospitals. The investigation continues as officials say the case is not believed to be human trafficking.
A sprawling Ohio case centers on 16 siblings found living in squalor in a 12-by-12 room after a warrant uncovered a home described as deplorable. Four adults face felony child endangerment charges as state aid to care for the victims is being considered.