Reporting child abuse

[mrc1214]

Hey everyone I saw something today that really made me sick. Im working with a guy who is abusing his kid physically. He asked me to stop by his house today to hang out for a bit. Ive gone over a few times an noticed some stuff. One when the wife who is another story. She has 5 other children and doesnt have custody of any and isnt even allowed near them.
So its just me and him there whenever Im there and basically the kid just wants attention, he put in his crib for hours on end and ignored. I spoke up about that several times. And the kid does scream as any would for attention and Ive always heard him yelled at but was never in the room. Well today I went in with him and not only is it yellin but hes hitting the kid too. He back-handed the kid and Im not talking lightly. I yelled and just left. I called our other co-worke who has hung out with him and he said hes been thinking about calling Dyfus or something as well. Cause when he was over the same thing happend and he was doing something to the kid like putting him some kid of a wrestling hold and hurting him and that was funny to him.

What Im getting at is if I call Dyfus (sp??) will they do something?? Cause something really needs to be done to save that kid. Anyone who can help me out with what I should do I appreciate it.

[Dr. Hfuhruhurr]

Yes, call Social Services immediately. If you can't find the number, call your local police station, explain the situation and they'll give you the number. If you need help doing any of this, PM me. I will gladly give you whatever help I can.

[hoffmandu]

Hey everyone I saw something today that really made me sick. Im working with a guy who is abusing his kid physically. He asked me to stop by his house today to hang out for a bit. Ive gone over a few times an noticed some stuff. One when the wife who is another story. She has 5 other children and doesnt have custody of any and isnt even allowed near them.
So its just me and him there whenever Im there and basically the kid just wants attention, he put in his crib for hours on end and ignored. I spoke up about that several times. And the kid does scream as any would for attention and Ive always heard him yelled at but was never in the room. Well today I went in with him and not only is it yellin but hes hitting the kid too. He back-handed the kid and Im not talking lightly. I yelled and just left. I called our other co-worke who has hung out with him and he said hes been thinking about calling Dyfus or something as well. Cause when he was over the same thing happend and he was doing something to the kid like putting him some kid of a wrestling hold and hurting him and that was funny to him.

What Im getting at is if I call Dyfus (sp??) will they do something?? Cause something really needs to be done to save that kid. Anyone who can help me out with what I should do I appreciate it.

Newly a Father (9 months now) I gotta say that a child that young is about as innocent as a lifeform can get...........call them, man, and do it today.

[Mysterio]

Please call them immediately. And let us know what happens. Hearing this really breaks my heart (I'm a father of a 5-year old girl and a 2-year old son and they are a joy in my life).

[Matt Algren]

It's DFS, and this is why God created 911. Seriously. Get the cops out there while the kid's face is still flushed from the blow.

[mrc1214]

I called the police there supposed to be sending someone over there now. My neighbor is a police officer and is going to call child services with me. And the other guy already called right after I spoke to him before. This is just very sad and Im extremely angry.

[hoffmandu]

I called the police there supposed to be sending someone over there now. My neighbor is a police officer and is going to call child services with me. And the other guy already called right after I spoke to him before. This is just very sad and Im extremely angry.


Props, you did the right thing.

[Dr. Hfuhruhurr]

I called the police there supposed to be sending someone over there now. My neighbor is a police officer and is going to call child services with me. And the other guy already called right after I spoke to him before. This is just very sad and Im extremely angry.

Good for you. Keep us informed, please.

[Matt Algren]

I called the police there supposed to be sending someone over there now. My neighbor is a police officer and is going to call child services with me. And the other guy already called right after I spoke to him before. This is just very sad and Im extremely angry.
Good on ya.

I'm not sure where you are, but IIRC most states prosecute on behalf of the child. Please make yourself available to testify if it comes to that.

[mrc1214]

Good for you. Keep us informed, please.

Im leaving my house to go with my neighbor to see what happend. And he works in my town which is right next to theirs so he knows a bunch of the other officers. Ill let you guys know.

[SUPERECWFAN1]

It takes a lower form of life to hurt and abuse a kid. Hell I'd ask him what kinda shitty parent he is to do it.

[mrc1214]

Well it was a sad scene. I stayed in the car down the street from the house with the other guy. My neighbor went to the cops who were got there as soon as I called. Well turns out both of them have serious outstanding warrants. He is AWOL from the army and they've been searching for him for months. He also has the IRS looking for him which he came clean about. She has a warrant thats been outstanding for 2 years. And me and the other guy werent the only ones to report them. There old landlord already did. All I know now is they're at the station and the kid was taking with them but Im guessing he'll be going to some home or a relatives house until they figure this out. And as far as child services go Im going to have to report what I saw and sign some stuff. The sad thing is that the kid is going to suffer for all this.

[Monty_Cristo]

Well it was a sad scene. I stayed in the car down the street from the house with the other guy. My neighbor went to the cops who were got there as soon as I called. Well turns out both of them have serious outstanding warrants. He is AWOL from the army and they've been searching for him for months. He also has the IRS looking for him which he came clean about. She has a warrant thats been outstanding for 2 years. And me and the other guy werent the only ones to report them. There old landlord already did. All I know now is they're at the station and the kid was taking with them but Im guessing he'll be going to some home or a relatives house until they figure this out. And as far as child services go Im going to have to report what I saw and sign some stuff. The sad thing is that the kid is going to suffer for all this.

not as bad as he/her would have, if no one was contacted.

[BoosterBronze]

The sad thing is that the kid is going to suffer for all this.

No matter what happens, you made the only right play in that situation bro. It's a crappy situation, and you might feel like the crap rubbed off on you, but you did the right thing.

[mrc1214]

I just feel bad for that kid. Im hoping they can find a decent relative for him to go to. But with these people who knows what their relatives are like.

[BoosterBronze]

I just feel bad for that kid. Im hoping they can find a decent relative for him to go to. But with these people who knows what their relatives are like.

You nevr know. I got a pal who deals coke and ecstasy and lives on the streets of Seattle. His folks are the nicest people, and own a flower shop.

[Monty_Cristo]

You nevr know. I got a pal who deals coke and ecstasy and lives on the streets of Seattle. His folks are the nicest people, and own a flower shop.

i bought ecstacy from a flower shop just the other week. the dealers were the nicest i've ever come across.

[Matt Algren]

Well it was a sad scene. I stayed in the car down the street from the house with the other guy. My neighbor went to the cops who were got there as soon as I called. Well turns out both of them have serious outstanding warrants. He is AWOL from the army and they've been searching for him for months. He also has the IRS looking for him which he came clean about. She has a warrant thats been outstanding for 2 years. And me and the other guy werent the only ones to report them. There old landlord already did. All I know now is they're at the station and the kid was taking with them but Im guessing he'll be going to some home or a relatives house until they figure this out. And as far as child services go Im going to have to report what I saw and sign some stuff. The sad thing is that the kid is going to suffer for all this.
Don't think about what the kid has suffered, think about what he would have suffered if you hadn't spoken up. Sounds like they were well on their way to seriously injuring him.

Whether that little boy ever knows it or not, you helped him today about as much as anyone ever will his whole life.

[Sir Tim Drake]

You nevr know. I got a pal who deals coke and ecstasy and lives on the streets of Seattle. His folks are the nicest people, and own a flower shop.

Just imagine, a respectable, hardworking drug dealer having parents who do something as dishonest as selling flowers.

On a more serious note, mrc, you did the right thing. Good for you.

[rick]

Just imagine, a respectable, hardworking drug dealer having parents who do something as dishonest as selling flowers.

On a more serious note, mrc, you did the right thing. Good for you.

The odd thing is that I know a couple of respectable drug dealers who are excellent parents.

mrc1214 did the right thing.

[mrc1214]

The odd thing is that I know a couple of respectable drug dealers who are excellent parents.

mrc1214 did the right thing.

I just got a call from my neighbor. Hes staying with the brother tonight,who oddly is a police officer and didnt know he had a nephew. But her ex-husband was contacted and he said he would take him in so he can live with his other brothers and sisters. Which is great of him to do especially since its not his but I guess he knows what a monster she is and feels bad. And its really sad cause I found out that she had another kid with a third guy who was taken away due to her drug abuse,arrests and horrible living conditions. Its been a hell of a day and I cant imagine doing what these people did to their children.

[Alan Lynch]

mrc, you did a hell of a thing for that kid. Good for you sir.

[Spike-X]

Fuck, they'll let anything with a cunt breed, won't they?

Good on you for doing the right thing, mrc.

[mrc1214]

Fuck, they'll let anything with a cunt breed, won't they?

Good on you for doing the right thing, mrc.

Well said sir. You think you'd stop after loosing 4. Nevermind have a 5th and 6th kid that you lost as well. It really makes me sick.

[Typo Lad]

Mrc, you're a hero.

[Winslow]

Way to go mrc.

Know knows? You may have saved the kids life (in more ways than one).

[mrc1214]

Mrc, you're a hero.

Nah 2 other people were right there with me. I really wanted to beat the crap out the guy but then that woudl have taken me to his level. And Ive never wanted to hit woman in my life the thought never even crossed my mine but if there was one who deserved its her. The kid didnt even cry when he was taken away and he went to anyone who held him with open arms and a smile. I guess he new it was a good thing that was happening.

[Typo Lad]

Then the three of you are heroes. What you did was a heroic act. Seriously. As Winslow points out, you may have actually saved that kid's life.

[GigaLeo]

Then the three of you are heroes. What you did was a heroic act. Seriously. As Winslow points out, you may have actually saved that kid's life.

Agreed whole-heartedly. I don't have any kids, but I have 2 nephews and I swear, reading about this monster (he may have two arms and legs, but he's by no means a human being) makes me sick and furious. How do you maliciously harm a child. I hope they lock those two deviants up for a long long time. Maybe that'll stop them both from reproducing...

And while I'm at it, kudos to the ex-husband, it takes a certain kind to step up and take on that responisbility.

[Spackling Compound]

Fuck, they'll let anything with a cunt breed, won't they?

Good on you for doing the right thing, mrc.

I rather wouldn't judge the situtation unless I was in the situation. But that's me.

The next obstacle is making sure the alternative is truly safer and better.

Good intentions and hopefully, good results.

[hoffmandu]

Nah 2 other people were right there with me. I really wanted to beat the crap out the guy but then that woudl have taken me to his level. And Ive never wanted to hit woman in my life the thought never even crossed my mine but if there was one who deserved its her. The kid didnt even cry when he was taken away and he went to anyone who held him with open arms and a smile. I guess he new it was a good thing that was happening.

You may have just given a small child a second chance, man.

*Hoffmandu salutes mrc

[Alan Lynch]

Then the three of you are heroes. What you did was a heroic act. Seriously. As Winslow points out, you may have actually saved that kid's life.
I'm going to agree with Typo whole-heartedly here. If nobody had stepped up and intervened then God alone knows what could've happened to that kid in time. This is seriously a life-changer, and there's sadly far too few who would've actually tried to help. You did mrc, and you should feel damn proud of yourself far as I'm concerned.

[Jared_Humpherys]

Well done, mrc.

[Mysterio]

That's great news, mrc. It warms my heart to see someone step up and take action. Too many times we hear stories about people that didn't intervene and the situation ends in tragedy. Well done!

[Tobias March]

Good job sir.

[DoctorDoom]

Great job.

[Buried Alien]

Proud to have a real hero among us here at CBR.

I know whom I'm voting for in the COTM this month.

Buried Alien (The Fastest Post Alive!)

[mrc1214]

Proud to have a real hero among us here at CBR.

I know whom I'm voting for in the COTM this month.

Buried Alien (The Fastest Post Alive!)

Thank you. But really it makes me feel good its a nice birthday gift (yes today is my bday) to have changed a life for the better. I really wouldnt have know what to do either if I hadnt come on here and made this post. I didnt know 911 would deal with that. And to be honest if they didnt have warrants who knows what the outcome would have been.

[JeffreyWKramer]

I just saw this thread, as I've been offline for a couple days.

You done good, mrc. Very, very good.

[Toku King]

I just feel bad for that kid. Im hoping they can find a decent relative for him to go to. But with these people who knows what their relatives are like.

Good job, man. Sick bastards like that have to pay.

If your kid is old enough to know the difference(like 5-10) and is being a little asshole, then a spanking or cheek pap is ok. But this is a, like what, 2-4 year old?

[mrc1214]

Good job, man. Sick bastards like that have to pay.

If your kid is old enough to know the difference(like 5-10) and is being a little asshole, then a spanking or cheek pap is ok. But this is a, like what, 2-4 year old?

The kid wasnt even a year old.

[mattx110]

The kid wasnt even a year old.
I don't know you, but you stopped a kid from recieved what at best is only reckless demeaning treatment. It's not worth thinking about a worst-case scenario here because the best-case was still reprehensible.

You're good people.:)

[Spike-X]

The kid wasnt even a year old.

Oh, fucking hell.

You've saved this kid from certain death at the hands of a monster.

[Jade_GL]

You did a wonderful thing!

One of the hardest things about my job is seeing this kind of stuff (I work at a court house) but you also get to see how things improve when people with kind hearts do the right thing and intervene.

This child now has a chance to grow up in a loving and nurturing environment and those so-called parents will hopefully get the book thrown at them.

Good job! If only everyone in the world would take steps like you and the others took to help this child.

[Mike Pothier]

I can't help but feel this kid will feel the effects of this abuse even if he gets placed in the best home in the world. He needs professional help. These are his formative years, and abuse like this is horrifically damaging to the developing mind.

Really, the more of these stories I hear, the more I feel we need licenses to breed.

[Suzanne]

Good job mrc. Those are some sick, pathetic sons-of-a-bitches to beat on any child, let alone one that's under a year old :mad:

[Nikita]

Good for you dude.

[Toku King]

The kid wasnt even a year old.

Oh my...........

He is lucky that you saw this.

[Toku King]

I can't help but feel this kid will feel the effects of this abuse even if he gets placed in the best home in the world. He needs professional help. These are his formative years, and abuse like this is horrifically damaging to the developing mind.

Really, the more of these stories I hear, the more I feel we need licenses to breed.

He won't remember it. His memory isn't very functional yet.
Now, if this happened when he was 5.....

[mrc1214]

Well I got a call today saying that Im going to be killed and that I going to be taken to court with my whole family. It was a call from one of the parents and now im just scared I mean I dont know what to do and Im very nervous?? I called the police and they said just call them if they come. But as far as taking me to court can they even do anything?? I was supposed to anonymous with child services so I guess there assuming it was me. Im just scared and I dont know if I should have opened my mouth. Any words of advice would be great.

[Toku King]

Well I got a call today saying that Im going to be killed and that I going to be taken to court with my whole family. It was a call from one of the parents and now im just scared I mean I dont know what to do and Im very nervous?? I called the police and they said just call them if they come. But as far as taking me to court can they even do anything?? I was supposed to anonymous with child services so I guess there assuming it was me. Im just scared and I dont know if I should have opened my mouth. Any words of advice would be great.

Calm down. It's just bark with no bite. They can't do shit to you in court. He hit a child. Is the court really going to side with a child abuser? No.
But as far as the threats go, the cops can't react until they do something, so you have to protect yourself here. Just be aware and try to stay away from them. And if you can, try to hang with buddies in places you know the freak's going to be at.

[mrc1214]

Calm down. It's just bark with no bite. They can't do shit to you in court. He hit a child. Is the court really going to side with a child abuser? No.
But as far as the threats go, the cops can't react until they do something, so you have to protect yourself here. Just be aware and try to stay away from them. And if you can, try to hang with buddies in places you know the freak's going to be at.

What if they make up shit? Ive never had dealings like this before. I know he might now do anything but having OCD doesnt help the matter. Im not even going to be able to sleep tonite. I mean what if go out and im attacked or something. I mean its all unlikely but Im still nervous.

[Toku King]

What if they make up shit? Ive never had dealings like this before. I know he might now do anything but having OCD doesnt help the matter. Im not even going to be able to sleep tonite. I mean what if go out and im attacked or something. I mean its all unlikely but Im still nervous.

They'd be under oath. It's purgery(sp?) to lie. If they are stupid enough to do it, then you can tell the court that they are lying. Just don't lie yourself. Stay true.
OCD won't do anything to the argument. Now if you had mental problems, it would be bad.
But there's nothing they can get you for. "You are summoned for reporting child abuse". You won't need to worry.
Just stay aware, and be sure to be prepared just in case they do do something drastic. But I highly doubt it.

[mrc1214]

I just meant that the OCD causes me to panic like I do. And ill obsess over this for a week. Im not going to sleep well anytime soon.

[Matt Algren]

Well I got a call today saying that Im going to be killed and that I going to be taken to court with my whole family. It was a call from one of the parents and now im just scared I mean I dont know what to do and Im very nervous?? I called the police and they said just call them if they come. But as far as taking me to court can they even do anything?? I was supposed to anonymous with child services so I guess there assuming it was me. Im just scared and I dont know if I should have opened my mouth. Any words of advice would be great.I wouldn't worry too much. Just make sure the police have made out a report on the call.

If they take you to court, so what? You haven't done anything wrong, so you don't have anything to worry about.

Deep breaths. Eyes on the prize. All that jazz.

[mrc1214]

I wouldn't worry too much. Just make sure the police have made out a report on the call.

If they take you to court, so what? You haven't done anything wrong, so you don't have anything to worry about.

Deep breaths. Eyes on the prize. All that jazz.


The cops said just call them if anything happens. I dont know why I was worried cause there really in no position to do anything. I was just worried since they're such scumbags they would do anything to get me back.

[Paul McEnery]

Well I got a call today saying that Im going to be killed and that I going to be taken to court with my whole family. It was a call from one of the parents and now im just scared I mean I dont know what to do and Im very nervous?? I called the police and they said just call them if they come. But as far as taking me to court can they even do anything?? I was supposed to anonymous with child services so I guess there assuming it was me. Im just scared and I dont know if I should have opened my mouth. Any words of advice would be great.

Well, there's a surprise. An abusive bullying bastard turns out to be an abusive bullying bastard.

I'm so sorry about this, man.

Don't forget, you're not the only person who's raised the issue with the cops.

If you can, record any conversations if they call again, so you can stick it to them some more. But they've got absolutely no legal recourse.

[mrc1214]

Well, there's a surprise. An abusive bullying bastard turns out to be an abusive bullying bastard.

I'm so sorry about this, man.

Don't forget, you're not the only person who's raised the issue with the cops.

If you can, record any conversations if they call again, so you can stick it to them some more. But they've got absolutely no legal recourse.

Yea if that isnt proof right there I dont know what is. Dont be sorry but I mean is this what happens when you try to do something good. Im like scared to leave my house cause I gonna get attacked. My sister heard the threat on speaker but nothing can really be done. I know they dont have legal recourse but Im still just worried they'll make up some bs. Cause he said Im gonna be poor when he gets done with the court. I mean its just complete bullshit that I dont want to deal with. Im making myself sick over this too I cant deal with this kind of stuff.

[mattx110]

Yea if that isnt proof right there I dont know what is. Dont be sorry but I mean is this what happens when you try to do something good. Im like scared to leave my house cause I gonna get attacked. My sister heard the threat on speaker but nothing can really be done. I know they dont have legal recourse but Im still just worried they'll make up some bs. Cause he said Im gonna be poor when he gets done with the court. I mean its just complete bullshit that I dont want to deal with. Im making myself sick over this too I cant deal with this kind of stuff.
There's different mental issues involved with abusive behaviors, but there is a good chance he wouldn't go after someone who could theoretically fight back. Either way you're not the dirtbag here, and if you like, be cautious, carry a roll of quarters, but don't let idiots ruin your life. But don't worry, you're not in a position to lose money or legal standing in any way that I can see. I'm not a lawyer, but honestly, you probably won't need a lawyer.

[gschilljr]

Well I got a call today saying that Im going to be killed and that I going to be taken to court with my whole family. It was a call from one of the parents and now im just scared I mean I dont know what to do and Im very nervous?? I called the police and they said just call them if they come. But as far as taking me to court can they even do anything?? I was supposed to anonymous with child services so I guess there assuming it was me. Im just scared and I dont know if I should have opened my mouth. Any words of advice would be great. I just came across this thread and first want to say, You did good mrc1214. Second that guy that threatened you, shouldn't he worry about bigger problems like being AWOL from the military. I don't think they let that sort of thing slide. If he doesn't go to jail for that he may get sent to Iraq and with any luck he'll get killed over there.

[Spike-X]

If he doesn't go to jail for that he may get sent to Iraq and with any luck he'll get killed over there.

By a kid.

With a big fuckin' gun.

[Justin Davis]

I just found this thread through your COTM win. I don't know you, and I don't think I've ever interacted with you on the boards. However, I want to tell you that I'm proud of you. Good job.

[beetheb]

Yes mrc, I think it took a lot of heart and a lot of balls to do what you did, so don't let this bullying prick rent any space in your head.

And please, keep us updated on the situation. I find it mildly alarming that you haven't posted at CBR since the height of the fracas, so come back and let us know all is well, man.