Toddlers Found Starved in South Carolina; Mother Charged with Homicide
New reports detail a history of concerning incidents and red flags prior to the deaths of two toddlers, Emory and Harlow Deacon, who were found starved to death in Ladson, South Carolina. Their mother, Justine May, has been arrested and…
Champaign Urbana & Springfield Decatur, IL, October 12, 2026 — In Ladson, South Carolina, authorities are investigating the deaths of two toddlers, identified as Emory and Harlow Deacon, who were discovered having starved to death. The tragic discovery has led to the arrest of their mother, Justine May, who has been charged with homicide by child abuse.
Recent reports indicate that a pattern of concerning incidents and significant red flags preceded the toddlers’ deaths. The specific nature of these incidents and red flags, as well as the timeline over which they occurred, has not been fully detailed in available reports.
The location where the children were found is Ladson, South Carolina. The outcome of any subsequent investigations, including details of the arrest and the charges filed, are based on current law enforcement information. The mother, Justine May, is facing charges of homicide by child abuse.
Information regarding the exact dates of the deaths, the period during which the concerning incidents allegedly took place, or specific details about the children’s welfare prior to their discovery was not provided in the initial reports. Similarly, details about any involvement of child protective services or other agencies were not made public.
The case remains under active investigation by law enforcement officials. Further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses, including the specifics of the alleged neglect and the circumstances leading to the tragic outcome for Emory and Harlow Deacon.
Story summarized from the original created by Nick Reagan, Emily Johnson, Gray News staff on www.wandtv.com, see more information here.
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