Case Study: Willmundrikk's Father

CPS received CPS referral #0677-3482-7506-1042519 regarding minor Natalie Thompson (DOB: 10/22/01). On 4/7/17, minor threatened to kill herself by jumping in front of a train because she was upset over what happened in her new placement at the group home. Minor stated that she no longer wanted to live and did not want to return to group home. Minor stated that she expressed to staff that she wanted to be left alone, but staff disregarded her request and held her. Two female staff held her back so she proceeded to strike them. During the restrain, staff grabbed minor by her arms, legs and shirt. One of the staff members (unknown) pulled her hair and held her tight so during the restraint causing the minor to sustain multiple bruises on her body.

Staffing completed on 4/27/17 with CAN worker (Ericka Womack), Case Worker (Kenesha Grant, and Ondria Moore. According to the CAN worker, DHR got involved because of domestic violence between Philip Miller and Lena Miller (current wife /step mother of the children) while the children were visiting their home. Mr. Miller was arrested. After released Miller is reported enrolling in AA class. Mr. Miller works on the red stone arsenal with security clearance. According to the Can worker, the biological mother of the children, Melissa Carson (ex-wife) has full custody of the 3 children (Judah, Jianna”Lilly Miller and Penelope Miller) along with protection abuse order (PFA) against Mr. Miller. Mr. Miller is reported having a gun under his bed and

The case was brought to DCFS attention when a reporter stated on 7/11/17, OPWI attempted to obtain an emergency order of protection on behalf of Kiara (age 7). Reportedly Ashley (mother) is actively using METH and also methodone she gets from a clinic, and is also involved in prostitution. Ashley told OPWI that Ashley ''can't wait outside for the bus to go to drug court because she's done bad things to people (robbed people, committed home invasion, taken people's money and drugs) and these people are after her.'' Reporter states that one of these people came to OPWI's house looking for Ashley and scared Kiara. Ashley recently got out of jail, stayed with OPWI for a couple of days, left last Friday telling Kiara she would be back in a couple of hours, didn't return

The reporting party (RP) stated referral #1143-3655-1102-7078895 was generated from the following referral #0534-9062-5752-307279 dated 1/28/15 regarding resident Nicole Morris age 14 DOB: 6/1/00. Per the referral Nicole is an alleged victim of sexual abuse, physical abuse and general neglect by an unknown perpetrator. According to the RP on 1/28/15 a staff member named Rebecca took Nicole to Long Beach Memorial Hospital clinic to be examined after she disclosed having suicidal ideation. Nicole revealed to hospital staff that she planned to hang herself. While waiting at the hospital Nicole disclosed being "fingered" by two different boys (names unknown) at the home. Nicole also disclosed that a girl (name not provided) beat her up. Referral 0290-1132-4581-1002176 dated 3/13/15 reported by Tatiana Garcia, Clinician with Bayfront Youth Group home.

Intake Worker, FPS White received a phone call from the reporter on 11/14/17. The reporter stated that mom went to jail and got out yesterday. The reporter stated that they are not really concern as to mom going to jail due to it was driving with invalid license. The reporter stated that Jessica Fields' oldest son, Raymond Fields called and told the reporter that the reporter needed to come get the children. The reporter stated that Raymond stated that Jessica was on drugs, pills and meth. Jessica drinks all the time. Jessica got beaten up by the boyfriend, Michael Hays in front of the children. The children are being left unattended and with strangers. Jessica didn't have any power or food and told Raymond to come get the kids. The reporter

I called the constituent, Ms Priyanee, whosaid is the maternal grandmother of a 4 year-old girl, Alexis. She said that Alexis has been placed with her, but has court ordered supervised visitations with her father, Brian Fast. Ms Priyanee said that since last year she is desperately asking for help because her granddaughter has repeatedly reported that her father is touching her "who-ha" and the CW case worker Christine Kristy and the supervisor are not doing nothing even though her therapist, Dr Linda Staton has also reported.

The worker contacted Brittany Blackburn; who is the sister of Bradley Blackburn. Mrs. Blackburn stated “Bradley is a good father and both parents love care and provide for their children. Aside from what I heard from the incident involving DHS I have never witnessed any fighting or drug use by either of the parents. Bradley and Lee both participated in church Wednesdays and Sundays with the children, and did activities as a family like going to the water park or out to eat. I have no concerns for the children’s safety being with either

On Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at approximately 1902 hours, I responded to Division of Family and Children Services, 975 Taylor Street for a Runaway Juvenile. Upon my arrival I met with the complainant Kathy Suber. Suber advised me she is a case worker for DFACS and Tretanya Fitzerald left the location.

On this date and time this worker travelled to 3850 Cherokee Trail to speak with Mr. Sayers. This worker explained the report received by the Department again to Mr. Sayers. He stated that all of it was a lie and was unsure why Kathryn would say that he did that to her. He stated that when he disciplines Kathryn it is either with a spanking on the bottom or he makes her go to her room. Mr. Sayers reported that he never falls asleep on Kathryn while she is outside. He stated when she goes outside she is on the trampoline and he is outside with her during this time. Mr. Sayers reported that Kathryn comes over every two weekends which means he only see here four days out of the month. Mr. Sayers stated that he doesn’t have a good relationship

Richardson what were the barriers that prevent her from attending Family Center. She shared that Mr. Pugh her paramour took her car to North Carolina. She stated that she does not have transportation services. She stated before he took her car. Ms. Richardson's car was giving her problems so she could not take them. Ms. Richardson stated that then the boys were at summer camp for two weeks. The worker asked Ms. Richardson if would like for the worker to referred her family to receive counseling in the home. She stated that she is willing to do what ever the Division offers. She than shared that FPS referred her to FIS. She stated that the lady named is Tiana and she is an intervention specialist. She stated that she meet with her 9/29/2016. She stated that they were involved to help her with Ruddy. The worker told Ms. Richardson that she would speak to Tiana to get more information as to what services she will provide to avoid duplication of services regarding the possible referral for in-home services. Ms. Richardson

Currently, minor is served by DCFS under the Family maintenance program. Minor is under the care of biological mother and resides at home. Minor first entered the system four years ago when her father physically abused minor. Minor was detained and placed with foster parents. Minor 's case was closed for only a few months but minor re-entered the system two years ago because father continued the physical abuse. Minor was detained and placed into a foster home. Prior case history shows that DCFS has contacted and visited minor 's family several times regarding the physical abuse and neglect.

The reporting party (RP) stated a 16 year old female foster child (name not provided) was receiving respite care in the home when foster child Genavasi (Gena) Tauiliili disclosed she was having sexual interactions with foster child Henry Argueta. The female foster child disclosed the conversation she had with Gena to her social worker (name not provided). The RP stated the disclosure is being investigated by the social worker with the foster family agency however; the foster children have not been question regarding the allegation. The RP stated the agency is investigating if the female foster child is truthful before moving forward. The RP stated Henry has been in the foster home since 1/6/11 and in the process of being adopted. The RP also

Ms. Delarosa said her son is being manipulated by Katherine. She stated what Weylin had a nervous breakdown last week and had to go to the hospital. She stated he is attending St. Joes mental health in Paterson NJ. She said her son is not cut out to be a police officer. Worker said that their is a psychological exam that all police officers need to take and if he cannot handle his current life there is no way he can handle the pressures of being an

For cases accepted in the Alternative Response track, DHR will work collaboratively with the family to provide services without the threat of a formal finding of abuse or neglect. Morley and Kaplan

personal communication). The child in the Gann’s care was in six different homes in the year leading up to placement with them and it was the result of physical abuse; one removal was the result of physical abuse by the caretaker’s adult son. The agency needs to do more thorough background checks on anybody who will be in frequent contact with the child in everyday life to strive for more stability, so that the child does not endure multiple placements in such short amount of time.