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Ohio Home Abuse: 16 Children Rescued
2 Jul
Summary
- Four adults arrested in Ohio home.
- Sixteen children rescued from deplorable conditions.
- Children ranged from 8 months to 18 years old.

Authorities in Hamden, Ohio, have arrested four adults and rescued sixteen children. The children, aged between 8 months and 18 years, were found living in what are described as deplorable conditions. Investigations into allegations of abuse are ongoing.
Hamden is a small village situated in Vinton County, in southeastern Ohio. As of the 2020 U.S. Census, its population was approximately 720 residents. The village is located about 80 miles southeast of Columbus and is near Lake Alma State Park.