Ohio mother accused of faking daughter s terminal illness
Court records say medical exam found no evidence
Stark County mom accused of faking daughter s terminal illness
By: WEWS Staff
and last updated 2021-05-18 11:38:00-04
CANTON, Ohio â An investigation has been opened into allegations that an Ohio mother falsely claimed her 11-year-old daughter was terminally ill in an attempt to raise money.
Stark County s Children Services Division learned of the concerns last Wednesday and took the girl to a medical professional for examination.
According to a neglect and abuse complaint filed with juvenile court, there is no evidence to support mother s claims the girl, who we ve chosen not to name, is terminally ill.
Ohio mother accused of faking daughter s terminal illness
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