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Denton Mom Accused in Child's Severe Malnutrition
6 Nov
Summary
- Mother faces injury-to-child charge due to severe malnutrition.
- Child required 65 days hospitalization for protein deficiency.
- Mother left hospital against medical advice with her son.
A Denton County mother, Joslyn Sanders, is facing a felony charge of injury to a child related to severe malnutrition. Her then 2-year-old son, Josiah, required 65 days of hospitalization for kwashiorkor, a dangerous form of protein malnutrition that caused significant swelling and complications.
Sanders reportedly took Josiah to the hospital on December 20, 2023, due to a worsening body rash and swelling. Investigators allege she left the hospital against medical advice, despite warnings of potentially life-threatening consequences for the child.
Disputes over antibiotic treatment and the child's condition arose between Sanders and medical professionals. Sanders had previously contested Child Protective Services' removal of her son in December 2023, alleging mishandling of her parental rights.
Sanders is scheduled for a plea hearing on November 19, 2026, where the outcome of the criminal charge may be determined. She has not commented publicly due to lacking adequate legal counsel.
