Three children were hospitalized following the arrest made by the police. According to the LMPD, Snider’s children had been living outdoors for an unspecified period of time.
Police records indicate that Jefferson County Public Schools administrators alerted the LMPD after noticing that two of Snider’s children were consistently absent from school. Administrators reported that the child appeared malnourished and neglected when the third incident occurred.
Ensuring the safety of students is a top priority for all school employees in Kentucky. According to the Exploited Children’s Help Organization (ECHO) in Louisville, it is crucial for individuals without training to be aware of certain significant signs to look out for.
“Physical injuries, unexpected bruises or other injuries; hygiene, poor hygiene, unsuitable clothing,” said Ariel Powell, director of programs and community outreach for ECHO. “You can tell they may not have taken a bath; mental health, depression, anxiety of certain sorts.”
ECHO advises individuals to remain vigilant and promptly report any concerns regarding the well-being of a child to child protective services or, in case of an emergency, to dial 911. The organization provides trainings to students and groups on recognizing and reporting child abuse.
According to the Children’s Bureau of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, over 12,000 children in the commonwealth experienced child maltreatment in 2022.