I wonder if she suffered some kind of brain injury years ago and the parents knew they’d be in trouble (legal, social, both) if they sought prompt medical care. Physical abuse? Accidental or intentional substance overdose, whether by her hand or the parents? We’ve all seen cases where the caregiver takes “discipline” of a child too far. Maybe someone gave Lacey something to help with her anxiety? Maybe someone got frustrated with her anxiety and beat her?
I’m still not understanding how no one smelled the stench on the parents’ clothing.
I’m still not understanding how no one smelled the stench on the parents’ clothing.