Babysitter Accused of Brutal Abuse Caught on Camera in Bronx Home

Allegations of Child Abuse in the Bronx

• 🚨 An alarming video captured by surveillance cameras inside a Bronx home shows a babysitter, identified as 24-year-old Lakesha Jackson, allegedly hitting two young boys with a belt.
• 💡 The abuse was reportedly discovered by the boys' grandmother when she checked a live feed from the home's cameras.
• ⚖️ The family filed a police report on May 8th, but an arrest warrant for Jackson was not issued until Monday, prompting concerns about the pace of the investigation.

Mother's Trust and Babysitter's Role

• 💔 The mother, a survivor of domestic violence, reportedly trusted Jackson, allowing her to sleep over and providing for her, viewing her almost as family.
• 👶 Jackson had been babysitting the three boys, aged 2, 4, and 6, for about a year, but spent more time alone with them as the mother increased her work hours.
• 😨 Other videos allegedly show Jackson threatening the 2-year-old and scaring the older boys with talk of bugs, leading to lasting trauma and fear of certain areas in their home.

Contracted Services and Investigation

• 🏢 Jackson was reportedly contracted through a company called Self-Help, arranged by ACS (Administration for Children's Services).
• ⚠️ The mother had prior issues with a different babysitter from Self-Help before being matched with Jackson.
• 🔍 ACS stated they are taking the allegations seriously and have begun a review of the provider's procedures, while Self-Help has terminated Jackson and is cooperating with investigations.