Sioux City Couple Charged with Child Endangerment Over Alleged Abuse
In Sioux City, Iowa, a couple, Brandon and Emily Myers, have been charged with child endangerment after allegedly locking a severely malnourished girl with autism in her bedroom without food, water, or access to a restroom. The child reportedly escaped…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 12, 2026 —
SIOUX CITY, Iowa – A local couple, Brandon and Emily Myers, are facing child endangerment charges following an investigation into the alleged severe neglect of a young girl with autism.
The charges stem from an incident where the child was reportedly locked in her bedroom without access to food, water, or a restroom. According to authorities, the girl, who is said to be severely malnourished, managed to escape her confinement through a window in search of food. She was discovered by law enforcement weighing approximately 78 pounds.
During the investigation, authorities uncovered deeply concerning living conditions within the residence. Evidence indicated that the child’s bedroom door was locked, and screws had been used to obstruct window access, further limiting her ability to leave the room. A plastic tote was reportedly found inside the room, used as a makeshift waste receptacle.
Details regarding the specific timeline of the alleged abuse, the relationship of the child to the Myers couple, and the exact nature of the girl’s autism were not immediately available. The investigation is ongoing, and further information is expected as legal proceedings develop.
Story summarized from the original created by Sophie Wyckoff on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.
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