Shreveport Woman Arrested: Cruelty to the Infirmed

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SHREVEPORT, LA-    Shreveport police Arrest woman for Cruelty to the Infirm: 17-Year-Old Found Malnourished in Area Hospital

In an incident that underscores the importance of vigilance in safeguarding the vulnerable, Shreveport Police responded to a welfare concern on March 10th at one of our area hospitals. A 17-year-old child, who arrived at the hospital severely malnourished and weighing a mere 53 pounds, has prompted action of the Shreveport Police Department Juvenile Detectives.

The victim, identified as a mentally handicapped individual, was discovered in a state of extreme deprivation. Upon thorough investigation, authorities have apprehended 40-year-old Tonya Johns in connection with this case. Johns faces one count of cruelty to the infirm.

As this investigation progresses, we urge anyone with additional information pertaining to this case or similar instances of abuse to come forward and assist authorities in their efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of all individuals.

Anyone with information who wants to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373, or log onto www.p3tips.com to submit your tip via the web. For a secure and password-protected mobile app for your smart device, go to the App Store and download the free "P3tips" mobile app. No caller ID, no recorded lines, no tracking cookies, no saved IP address. ANONYMITY IS GUARANTEED!

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All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.