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Search for missing Georgia child leads to both parents accused of cruelty
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sam Sachs , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 20, 2026
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Key points The investigation started on August 3, after the child was reported missing. A 10-year-old girl was found living in poor conditions at her home.
A 10-year-old girl was found living in poor conditions at her home. Her parents, Amanda and Michael Moore, are facing charges of child cruelty. The investigation began when the child was reported missing, and officers visited the home to assist in the search. They found the child's room to be in deplorable condition, with trash, toys, and dirty clothing covering the floor.
The floor was also littered with old food and broken furniture. As a result, the Floyd County Police Department charged the parents with cruelty to children. Further details about the case are available from the source. The investigation started on August 3, after the child was reported missing.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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