Child abuse rules tightened
TRIER (Germany) - THE Roman Catholic Church in Germany unveiled new, tougher guidelines on Tuesday on dealing with the sexual abuse of minors, imposing a general obligation on church authorities to report suspected cases. The Catholic Church, which presented the revised guidelines in the western city of Trier, has battled this year with a string of abuse allegations in Germany that have ... |
Health Q&A: Preventing child abuse starts with watching for signs
With most kids now back to school, it's important for parents to make sure their children are staying safe. KENS 5's Stacia Willson caught up with Dr. Nancy Kellogg, Professor and Division Chief of Child Abuse at the University of Texas Health Science Center Department of Pediatrics, to discuss some ways to keep children our of harm's way. Q: What are some things to be aware of when it comes ... |
Ex-wife of child-abuse suspect testifies at trial
The ex-wife of James Joseph Dall told the jury in his child abuse case about similarities in her children's upbringing and the accusations Dall faces. |
Physician testifies in child abuse case
The child abuse trial of James Joseph Dall continued Thursday with testimony from a physician who specializes in child abuse cases. |
Child soldier from Uganda tells of great escape from LRA
A former Ugandan child soldier publicising the plight of other enslaved young girls tells her own video story of capture, sexual abuse and escape from a rebel army Eight years ago 12-year-old Juliet was abducted from her home in northern Uganda by rebels from the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) . For six years she was held captive and forced to marry a senior rebel commander. At 16 she became ... |
Md. man charged with child sex abuse
CUMBERLAND, MD. — Allegany County authorities have arrested a 67-year-old man on charges of sexual abuse of a minor and assault. Robert Lee Riggleman Sr. was arrested Tuesday and ordered held on $50,000 bond. |
Fairbanks man given a 50-year sentence for sexual abuse
FAIRBANKS — A Fairbanks man who admitted seven years of sexual abuse has been given a 50-year prison term. Superior Court Judge Paul Lyle sentenced 39-year-old Joseph Turney on Monday for his earl... |
Woman is arrested for sexual abuse of a child
Hagerstown, Md. — A Hagerstown woman was arrested Friday numerous charges related to sexual abuse of a minor and child pornography. Patricia Tasker is being held in the Washington County Detention Center in lieu of $70,000 bond, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. |
Amarillo Sexual Assault Cases On The Increase
AMARILLO, TEXAS - A warning for parents to listen to your children if they come to you with claims of sexual abuse. |
Burley Junior High School teacher faces sexual abuse charge
BURLEY — A Burley Junior High School teacher has been suspendedwith pay as he faces allegations of sexual crimes against astudent. |
