Collin Wilson, 27, was indicted by an Allen County grand jury on seven counts of gross sexual imposition, all third-degree felonies.
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The organizations donated $1,500 to Allen County Children Services (ACCS) to assist with the purchase of diapers — a critical need when children are removed from their homes or when families served by the agency cannot afford basic necessities.
City and county officials, staff from ACCS, and concerned citizens gathered for the agency’s annual flag-raising ceremony to mark the beginning of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Coniah Burklund and Madilyn Grundisch assisted the Lima Fire Department in raising the flag.
Twelve non-profit organizations are receiving donations that will help them help kids in a variety of programs. The Lima Exchange Club presented checks to programs that provide for the welfare of children. The organizations can provide a positive influence to the child through sports, education, a caring hand, and even a new pair of shoes. The focus of the Exchange Club is child abuse prevention, and believe these programs will be beneficial for the youth.
As a part of Child Abuse Prevention Month, Allen County Children Services hosted a Community for Kids Breakfast. The event talks about the work that is being done in the county and recognizes those who work together to help children stay free from abuse and neglect.
Employees at Allen County Children Services and offices around the county were wearing blue to support those children who have faced abuse and neglect. Last year, Allen County investigated more than 830 reports of abuse and neglect. Officials say it's important for all of us to take part in the safety of the children in Allen County.
Officials say that we all have a responsibility to report suspected abuse or neglect of a child by making that phone call. Allen County received more than 830 reports of abuse and neglect that were screened and investigated in 2023. Officials say that you can help lower those numbers and protect a child by coming forward and making a report.
Employees at Allen County Children Services donned their blue in support of those they serve. With an 11% increase in cases, they responded to 880 reports of abuse in 2021. 25% of those resulted in children being removed due to the severity of the abuse or neglect. They say it’s imperative that people speak up about abuse or neglect.
Lacy Hageman and family members holding up signs with “Justice for Nova” and “No child should be abused” in Lima’s Town Square on Tuesday. She says that no family should have to go through what they are dealing with now. Her 2-year-old daughter Nova was sexually abused by someone they knew who they let stay in their home and life has become a nightmare.
Allen County Children Services invited people to wear blue on Wednesday to raise awareness of the prevention of child abuse. The second Wednesday of every April is Wear Blue Day and is part of National Child Abuse Awareness month.