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A 25-year-old woman is facing a capital murder charge following the death of an 8-month-old boy she was babysitting, according to the Texarkana Arkansas Police Department.

Reportedly, officers responded on June 29, 2026 to an assist request from LifeNet EMS at a home on Blackman Ferry Road.

When officers arrived, they found an
8-month-old infant boy unresponsive and receiving emergency medical treatment.

The infant was taken to a local hospital before being transferred to a children's hospital in Little Rock for further treatment.

On June 29, Cherish Starks, 25, was arrested and charged with first-degree battery, and she was booked into the Miller County Detention Center.

Investigators were notified on July 1 that the infant had died as a result of his injuries.

Following the child's death, prosecutors upgraded the charge against Starks to capital murder, a Class y felony under Arkansas law.

Cherish Starks is presumed innocent until found guilty in a court of law.

I found myself thinking not only about the Siders children, but also about the family's cats that we saw in the photos and videos.

From a local news source, I learned that Vinton County took in 3 adult cats along with a number of kittens. One of the adult cats was pregnant. They are all safe and being cared for at Hocking Humane Society.

CODY ALLEN LAVIOLETTE ARRESTED

Sheriff is asking for Witnesses and Victims to come forward.

According to Polk County Sheriff’s Office in Texas, on May 23, 2026, an investigation was initiated into the suspicious death of Kelly Taylor Mariah Little leaving her three children behind.

“During the course of this investigation, multiple witnesses came forward with evidence collected has led investigators to examine the activities of Cody Allen Laviolette.”

“On the evening of July 10, 2026, Cody Allen Laviolette, 36 year old male, was arrested on charges of Aggravated Assault Felony 2 and unlawful restraint a Felony 3.”

“His mother, Patty Laviolette, was also arrested on charges of Manufacture and Delivery of a Controlled Substance a State Jail Felony.”

“As the investigation has progressed, several women have come forward to report their interactions with Cody Laviolette.”

“Investigators have also identified additional individuals who may have information but could be reluctant to come forward because they believe, based on statements allegedly made by Cody, that he is protected by his and his family's influence in the Onalaska area.”

“The Sheriff's Office is asking anyone who may have witnessed criminal activity involving Cody Laviolette or who believe they may have been a victim to contact investigators.”

“Information provided by witnesses and victims may assist in addressing these matters and advancing the ongoing investigation. Contact Craig Finegan or Kayla Hemperly at the Sheriff's Office 936-327-6810.”

Two young children found living inside a home with multiple dead cats, at least one dead dog, f***s, fleas, piles of trash, and no running water.

July 7, 2026, The FBI executed a search warrant on the 7100 block of Whitaker Avenue in Philadelphia, related to a terroristic threat against the White House, when they found two children living in what authorities are describing as squalid conditions.

43-year-old Thomas Bach, and 44-year-old Megan Bach were arrested at the home and are being charged with endangering the welfare of a child, recklessly endangerment of another person and multiple other offenses.

Due to a strong odor, investigators had to call in a hazmat team.

The two children are ages five years, and eight months. They were found with bug bites and bruises, they were taken to a hospital for medical evaluation.

Philadelphia’s SCPA said 38 cats, a dog were also inside the home. Allegedly, there are more cats, but it could take several days to recover all of them.

A neighbor recalled noticing a strong odor that could be smelled from across the street.

The animals are being cared for, and the children are now with the Department of Human Services.





SIDERS HOUSE PHOTOS: Photos of inside the home and vehicle of the Siders family in Ohio. Released by New York Post.

Gary Siders Sr.’s medical care could’ve potentially bankrupted Vinton County, according to his attorney.

New Explosive Details Unravel in Ohio ‘House of Horrors’ Case The investigation into the Siders' home in Vinton County, Ohio, is ...

A “few human remains” of 4-year-old Javeayah Harris were found. Such a heartbreaking story.

During a press conference on
Thursday, 7/9/26, Aiken County
Sheriff Marty Sawyer announced that
investigators have identified Javeayah's few remains through DNA testing.

Sheriff Sawyer said investigators believe extensive and deliberate efforts were made to conceal and destroy evidence following Javeayah’s death.

Allegedly, Javeayah’s parents used corrosive chemicals to accelerate the destruction of her little body before “pouring” of what remained in Cedar Creek Reservoir in Fairfield County, South Carolina.

Authorities are not expected to recover any additional remains.

An emotional Sheriff Sawyer described the investigation as one of the most disturbing cases his office has ever handled. Fighting back tears, he said he would not refer to the suspects as "mother" or "father," or “mom or dad,” stating they no longer deserve that title.

Michilae Herring and Johmarea Harris are being charged with homicide by child abuse and desecration of human remains.

RIP, Baby Girl. 💗

Law and Crime reporting on Elizabeth Sider being pregnant, again.

July 9, 2026

Bombshell in Ohio House of Horrors: Mom Pregnant Again? The four members of the Siders family who face 16 counts of child e...