News Summary
Shreveport has seen alarming cases of child abuse and neglect recently, leading to the arrest of two women. A 10-year-old boy was left home alone by his mother, Nicole Frederick, while a teenager accused his foster mother, Lisa Pittman, of abuse. These incidents raise serious concerns about child welfare and monitoring in the community.
Shreveport – Two women have been arrested in Shreveport following disturbing cases of child abuse and neglect that have raised concerns about the safety and well-being of minors in the community.
Nicole Frederick, 30, was taken into custody after her 10-year-old son reported that she left their home on March 26 and had not returned. The boy indicated she had claimed she was going to run errands, but after several hours, he became worried and sought help. Officers were dispatched to the residence but were unable to locate Frederick initially. Further investigation revealed that the child had been out of school, prompting authorities to involve the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). The agency responded to the scene, where Frederick was ultimately located and arrested for neglect of a family.
In a separate incident, police were alerted on March 9 about a missing 15-year-old who later turned up at a local hospital. The teenager made shocking allegations against his foster mother, Lisa Pittman, 53. He accused her of physical abuse and described horrific living conditions, claiming he was forced to sleep on a yoga mat or a dog and was denied restroom access, resorting to using a mop bucket outside. The hospital admitted the teen for his safety, and DCFS was notified. Following an assessment, three other foster children residing with Pittman were removed from the home due to similar concerns.
Authorities conducted forensic interviews with the teenager on March 26, which substantiated his claims of abuse, neglect, and unsanitary living conditions. On March 27, Pittman was arrested and charged with cruelty to a juvenile. The reports regarding the conditions of her home indicated a dire lack of basic living necessities, contributing to the outcry over the treatment of the children living under her care.
Furthermore, another case in Shreveport involved a 3-year-old child who was found running naked by a school bus driver. This discovery led police to a residence where they found four other children living in substandard conditions. Officers noted a lack of essential resources, including food, furniture, and adequate plumbing. The children’s mother was subsequently arrested and is potentially facing four counts of criminal neglect for the conditions that compromised the health and safety of her children.
These incidents have highlighted significant issues related to child welfare and raised questions about the oversight of guardians and the living environments in which children exist. The actions taken by law enforcement and child protection agencies in these cases reflect a commitment to ensuring the safety of vulnerable youth in Shreveport.
The child abuse and neglect cases have prompted discussions about the need for vigilant monitoring of children’s living situations and the responsibilities of parents and guardians in providing sufficient care. Authorities are expected to continue addressing these issues and advocating for better protection measures for children in the community.
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Additional Resources
- KSLA: 2 Shreveport Women Arrested
- Google Search: Shreveport child abuse
- KTAL News: Shreveport Police Arrest Two
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Child Abuse
- WGNO: Shreveport Police Department Awareness
