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'One of the worst cases': Couple arrested for starving 9-month-old who gained only 1 pound since birth

A couple has been arrested for allegedly starving their 9-month-old child, who gained only 1 pound since birth. The child suffers from Refeeding Syndrome, a serious condition.

Editorial Staff2026-07-251 MIN READ
'One of the worst cases': Couple arrested for starving 9-month-old who gained only 1 pound since birth

Authorities have arrested a couple after their 9-month-old child was found to have gained only 1 pound since birth. This alarming case has raised serious concerns about child neglect.

The child was diagnosed with Refeeding Syndrome, a condition that occurs when food is reintroduced to someone who has been deprived of nutrients. This can lead to severe health complications.

Police have described this situation as one of the worst cases of child neglect they have encountered, prompting a thorough investigation into the couple's actions.