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Boy Escapes Abuse by Breaking Drywall, Jumping Window
2 Oct
Summary
- Mother sentenced to 40 years for torturing adopted 11-year-old son.
- Boy escaped abuse by breaking through closet drywall and jumping.
- Evidence included graphic photos and videos of abuse found on phone.
A mother in Georgia has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, followed by 20 years of probation, for the extensive abuse of her adopted 11-year-old son. Chloe Jackson-Jones, 42, pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including aggravated assault and cruelty to children.
The child's harrowing escape involved breaking through a closet's drywall and leaping from a second-story window. He was discovered by concerned pedestrians on July 5, 2023, appearing frightened and severely underweight at 61 pounds.
Detectives observed numerous scars on the boy, indicative of long-term mistreatment. An investigation uncovered explicit photos and videos on Jackson-Jones's cellphone, documenting severe physical abuse, including the child being tied up, punched, slapped, and kicked.
Jackson-Jones was arrested on July 13, 2023, and the child was placed under the care of the Georgia Department of Family and Children's Services.
