MI - Sherman and Sampaguita Jones locked away and abused 9-year old boy who died from pneumonia - Detroit, 2024

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Detroit boy, 9, who was locked away and abused, died from ignored pneumonia, prosecutors say

Two people are facing charges after a 9-year-old Detroit boy who was locked away and abused died from ignored pneumonia symptoms, prosecutors said.

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Sherman Devaughn Jones, 46, and Sampaguita L. Jones, 41, both of Detroit, have been charged with felony murder, torture and involuntary manslaughter, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office.

 

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Both defendants are also allegedly licensed foster care workers and have been running a foster care home since at least 2018.
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The 9-year-old had scars, scratches and bruising over his entire body, and the medical examiner noted that there were too many scars to count, according to Wilmoth.

The child was also underweight with an extremely protruding stomach, and had fractures to several areas of his body, including his ribs, pelvis, an elbow, his hands and arms.
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A probable cause conference is scheduled for July 3, and a preliminary examination is scheduled for July 10.
Detroit boy, 9, who was locked away and abused, died from ignored pneumonia, prosecutors say

 

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Full hearing: Detroit boy who was locked away and abused, died from ignored pneumonia, officials say

Authorities allege that the couple neglected the boy, whose name was Owen, and assaulted him.
Horrific abuse allegations after Detroit couple charged with murder in 9-year-old's death

RIP Owen