Target: Gary M. Pasqua, District Attorney, Lawrence County, New York
Goal: Ensure full accountability and maximum legal penalties for those allegedly responsible for locking a child in a crate.
A former Decatur field officer has been indicted for aggravated abuse, with accusations detailing horrifying acts of cruelty. According to court documents, the child was slapped, had hair pulled, was struck with a belt buckle, and subjected to degrading treatment, including being placed naked in a dog kennel and chained to a fence with a leash. Furthermore, it is alleged that a firearm was discharged beside the child’s head, likely inflicting unimaginable terror.
Despite these harrowing allegations, the individual implicated in this case, Joddie Brooke King, was indicted on only one count of aggravated child abuse, raising concerns about the adequacy of the charges. While the initial arrest involved multiple charges, the reduced indictment does not appear to reflect the severity and scope of the alleged abuse.
Legal systems must send a clear message that any form of child abuse will be met with the strongest consequences possible. Sign below and demand justice for the child in this case is essential to deter future acts of abuse and provide a measure of accountability for heinous behavior.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear District Attorney Gary M. Pasqua,
The recent indictment of a former Decatur field officer, reportedly accused of severe acts of child abuse, has brought to light a deeply distressing case. Allegations include physical violence, dehumanizing treatment such as forcing the child to sleep in a kennel, chaining the child to a fence, and the use of a firearm to instill fear. These reported details paint a harrowing picture of suffering that no child should ever endure.
While the indictment on one count of aggravated child abuse marks progress, it raises concerns about whether the charges fully reflect the gravity of the allegations. Multiple acts of abuse reportedly took place, suggesting the need for a more comprehensive legal response.
We urge your office to ensure that justice is served by fully investigating and pursuing all appropriate charges. This case presents an opportunity to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to protecting vulnerable children and holding abusers accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Daniel Tijesuni
As long as abusers get a slap on the wrist, this shit will continue.