Honk News (Monroe, MI) – Police in Monroe, Michigan, arrested a 32-year-old woman on charges of child abuse and cruelty toward a child after a store security video showed her violently assaulting her eight-year-old son.
The incident occurred on January 7, 2025, at Towne Square Foods, located in the 1000 block of E. Third St. Security footage revealed the following sequence of events:
| Time | Incident |
|---|---|
| 4:18 PM | The woman grabbed her eight-year-old son by the collar and thrust him into a counter. |
| Moments later | She pushed the boy by his face and then slammed him into a glass cooler door, shattering it. |
The incident was reported to the Monroe Police, who responded promptly to the scene.
Officers located the woman and her six children at a nearby business. After reviewing the security footage, they arrested the woman.
Child Protective Services (CPS) also intervened, taking all six children into protective custody. The children were later placed with family members.
The suspect, whose name has not been disclosed, is a 32-year-old transient with no permanent residence. She remains in custody at the Monroe County Jail.
| Charge | Description |
|---|---|
| Child abuse | Assaulting her eight-year-old son |
| Cruelty toward a child | Inappropriate and harmful behavior towards her child |
The footage and swift police response have drawn attention to the importance of vigilance in reporting incidents of abuse. Monroe Police and CPS emphasized their commitment to protecting children and ensuring their safety.
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The suspect is expected to face a court hearing in the coming days.