Florida Man Arrested on Child Abuse Charges for Allegedly Feeding Child Feces-Contaminated Food
A man in Volusia County, Florida, has been arrested on child abuse charges. Authorities allege he intentionally fed a 12-year-old boy food contaminated with animal feces as part of prolonged abuse.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, July 25, 2026 —
VOLUSIA COUNTY, FL – A man in Volusia County, Florida, has been arrested and faces charges of child abuse. Authorities allege that the suspect intentionally fed a 12-year-old boy food that had been contaminated with animal feces.
The alleged act is described by authorities as part of a pattern of prolonged abuse against the child. Details regarding the specific timeline of the abuse or the exact nature of the food involved were not immediately available.
The investigation was conducted by local law enforcement agencies. The name of the arrested man and further details concerning the circumstances leading to the arrest have not yet been publicly released.
The victim, a 12-year-old boy, received attention from authorities following the allegations. Information regarding the boy’s current condition or any immediate medical attention he may have required was not provided.
The case is currently under active investigation. Further information is expected to be released by law enforcement as the investigation progresses.
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