DSS also took the couple’s third child, however it’s still unknown what happened to that youngster.
After being transported to Greenville Memorial Hospital, the infant girl received treatment there for a few days.
Particularly in the girl’s instance, deputies stated that the injuries were severe enough to require a large amount of blood.
The Beardens acknowledged to investigators that they had been aware of the rat infestation for months.
They said that “field rats” had been a persistent problem in their trailer, but they had done nothing to keep their kids safe.
Both Akayla and Justin were charged with two counts of illegal behavior towards a child after making their admissions. Since then, they have been prohibited from communicating with their kids unless DSS gives them permission.
