Victorville Family Charged with Torturing and Starving Six Children

Disturbing Child Abuse Case in Victorville

• 💔 Investigators uncovered a case of cruel and disturbing abuse allegedly taking place inside a Victorville home for nearly a decade.
• 😔 Neighbors expressed shock and disbelief, stating they never heard or saw anything suspicious.

Allegations of Torture and Neglect

• ⚖️ A couple, Kenneth and Tina Keyi, and their daughter, Caitlyn Key, have been charged with torturing six foster children.
• 💥 The victims, ranging in age from 5 to 16, reportedly endured daily beatings and were strangled to the point of unconsciousness.
• 💧 Punishments included starvation and deprivation of water for days at a time.

Investigation and Charges

• 📞 The investigation began in February after a call to the child abuse hotline alleged that children were being abused.
• 📜 Following a lengthy investigation, the San Bernardino County District Attorney filed charges, including six counts of torture and one count of child abuse, with the potential for severe injury or death.
• 💰 Each suspect is being held on $1 million bail.

Reporting Suspected Abuse

• ⚠️ Authorities urge the public not to hesitate and to report suspected child abuse immediately.