His capacity to stay on top of his coursework and keep up a tidy appearance concealed the extreme neglect he was experiencing.
His mother was charged for abandoning and endangering a youngster after the community finally became aware of his predicament.
This case highlights important concerns about child welfare and the duty of the community to protect children who are at risk.
How the Boy’s Condition Was Recognized by the Community
Despite being horrifying, the boy’s experience in Nersac ultimately emphasizes how important communities are to protecting children.
His neighbors helped to keep him alive by periodically bringing him food, but they also unintentionally contributed to the lengthening of his suffering by failing to spot the warning indications of neglect sooner.