Issue 145, May 27, 2024

A Case of Child Neglect and Eating Disorder Leading to Death, Inside the Petit Family Murders

May 27, 2024

🕵️Trivia Question

What term describes a condition of being extremely thin and weak, often due to severe malnutrition or illness?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

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What’s Happening Now

Tragic Case of Child Neglect and Eating Disorder Leading to Death in West Virginia

Kyneddi Miller, a 14-year-old girl from West Virginia, was found emaciated and in cardiac arrest at her home.

Her grandparents, Jerry and Donna Stone, along with her mother, Julie Anne Stone Miller, have been charged with child neglect causing death.

Kyneddi had been struggling with an eating disorder for months or even years.

She had not been able to function on her own for days leading up to her death.

The details of the case are disturbing, and the family members have yet to obtain legal representation.

If you suspect child abuse, contact the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-Child.

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Inside the Petit Family Murders: Surviving a Brutal Home Invasion

On July 22, 2007, the Petit family was involved in a horrific home invasion in Cheshire, Conn.

Two men, Steven Hayes and Joshua Komisarjevsky, broke in, held the family hostage, assaulted them, and ultimately committed a brutal triple-murder involving sexual assaults.

Despite Jennifer's attempt to seek help while withdrawing money from a bank, the police arrived too late.

Jennifer was strangled, and Hayley and Michaela died from smoke inhalation after the men set the house on fire.

William, who was severely injured, managed to escape.

Komisarjevsky and Hayes were convicted of various charges, while William created the Petit Family Foundation in memory of his wife and daughters.

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🛑 Safety Tip of the Day: First Aid for Emaciation

Ensure the environment is safe, call for emergency help, check responsiveness, and keep the person comfortable. Offer small sips of water if conscious, but avoid food. Monitor their vital signs and cover them with a blanket if cold until help arrives.
 

Cold Case Highlights

Murder of Infhon’e Edwards Still Unsolved, Family Seeks Justice

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This incident occurred three years ago and still remains unsolved.

At the time of her death, Edwards was married with three young children and ran a food cart to support her family.

Her mother, Rosemarie Dickerson, continues to advocate for justice in her daughter's case, believing she knows who is responsible.

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Unsolved Mystery: The Mysterious Death of Harold D. Boland in Onota Lake.

Harold D. Boland's body was discovered in Onota Lake on May 21, 1962, with a rope tied to his right hand.

The case remains unsolved 62 years later.

Boland, aged 48 at the time of his death, was found fully clothed in an industrial canal by a fisherman.

Initial reports suggested no signs of violence in his death.

Boland, a representative for Jewel Tea Co., was found in a garage with his belongings scattered around him.

A preliminary autopsy revealed water in his lungs, indicating a possible drowning.

Pittsfield Police Captain Matthew Hill confirmed that no active investigation is ongoing due to the age of the case.

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🔍Trivia Answer
Emaciated

The term "emaciated" refers to a state of being abnormally thin and weak, typically as a result of starvation or a severe lack of nutrition. It can also occur due to chronic illness where the body is unable to maintain adequate nutrition.