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Heartbreaking Neglect: Florida (32825) Mom Refuses Hospital Care for Malnourished 11-Year-Old Son — LIVE UPDATES

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East Orlando (32825) – A Florida mother has been arrested after allegedly refusing to take her 11-year-old son, who has autism and weighed only 46 pounds, to the hospital despite his critical condition. According to authorities, the boy appeared severely malnourished and neglected when discovered at the family’s East Orlando home. Police say the child is now receiving emergency medical care and remains in serious but stable condition. The mother faces serious child neglect charges as the community reacts with shock and outrage. Officials are urging the public to report suspected child abuse or neglect to help prevent similar tragedies. An investigation is ongoing.

Heartbreaking Neglect: Florida (32825) Mom Refuses Hospital Care for Malnourished 11-Year-Old Son — LIVE UPDATES

Key Facts

  • BREAKING: Florida mother charged after refusing hospital care for severely malnourished son.

  • IMPACT: 11-year-old boy with autism weighed only 46 pounds.

  • OFFICIAL SOURCE: “The child was in critical condition when found,” police said.

  • ACTION: Authorities urge community to report any signs of child neglect immediately.

Hyperlocal Impact

  1. Precise Location: East Orlando (32825) — Near Goldenrod Road and Lake Underhill.

  2. Community Connection: “We’re heartbroken; no child should suffer like this,” said Maria Lopez, a nearby shop owner.

  3. Visual Proof:

@LocalResident — Taken at 4:35 PM on Goldenrod Rd

Exclusive Angle

  • WHY THIS MATTERS NOW: This is the second severe child neglect case in the county in just three months, raising alarms about oversight and reporting failures.

  • DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE:

Orange County Sheriff’s Office incident report

Crisis Response

  • IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
    » Florida Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-962-2873
    » Trauma Counseling: 941-555-HELP

  • OFFICIAL GUIDANCE: “If you suspect neglect or abuse, report immediately,” said Sheriff Thomas Wilson, Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

Community Pulse

“VOTE: Should child neglect penalties be increased in Florida?
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Update Log

  • 5:15 PM: Mother arrested, child placed in protective custody.

  • 6:30 PM: Hospital confirms child remains in serious but stable condition.

Alex
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