Iowa Parents Charged with Child Endangerment After Daughter Escapes Locked Room for Food
Sioux City, Iowa police arrested Brandon and Emily Myers, charging them with child endangerment after their malnourished daughter with autism escaped her locked bedroom to find food. The girl, who weighed 78 pounds, told officers she climbed out of her…
Portland, OR, August 12, 2026 —
SIOUX CITY, IOWA – A local couple, Brandon and Emily Myers, have been arrested and charged with child endangerment following an incident involving their young daughter.
Sioux City police responded to a situation where the couple’s daughter, who has autism, reportedly escaped her locked bedroom in search of food. According to authorities, the girl, who weighed 78 pounds, informed officers that she had climbed out of her bedroom window to find sustenance.
Upon investigation of the child’s room, officers discovered that it was devoid of food and water. The room’s door was equipped with a locking mechanism on the exterior, and the window frame had screws installed, which appeared to be an effort to prevent escape.
The child’s malnourished condition was a key factor in the charges brought against her parents. The specifics of the timeline leading up to the incident and the exact nature of the child’s care have not been fully detailed. Further information regarding the investigation and potential legal proceedings is expected.
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