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CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
Case Name
KEISHANNA THOMAS
Date/Time Intake Received
09/16/2004 1:30 PM
Date/Time Investigation Closed
10/20/2004 11:00 AM
I.
Allegation Narrative(s)
II.
Victim(s)
Intake Number
2004-414460-01
Intake Sub-Type
County
In-Home
Manatee
Protective Investigator
WOODLAND, JENNIFER R
Protective Investigator Supervisor
BURNHAM, KIMBERLY
Date/Time Received
Sequence Type
Response Priority
Additional
10/01/2004 7:33 AM
Immediate
Narrative
AN ADDITIONAL REPORT WAS RECEIVED. THIS MORNING, THE MOTHER PICKED UP
OFF THE TOILET AND CHOKED HER REAL BAD. SHE THEN THREW HER ON THE FLOOR AND THEN THE
MOTHER SLAPPED HER. SHE IS BEATEN BEATEN EVERY DAY, POSSIBLY BECAUSE THE MOTHER DOES NOT WANT
TO CARE FOR HER. SHE ONLY GETS ONE MEAL A DAY, AT NIGHT. THE HOME IS A NASTY HOUSE. THERE ARE
ROACHES ALL OVER, TRASH, RATS, GARBAGE PILED UP AND DISHES NOT WASHED. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON
"FOREVER."
Date/Time Received
Sequence Type
Response Priority
Initial
09/16/2004 1:30 PM
24 Hours
Narrative
LIVE WITH THEIR MOTHER WHO JUST LAST WEEK GAVE BIRTH TO A PREMATURE BABY. THE
MOTHER IS HOME WITH THE TWO OLDER CHILDREN, AND THE BABY WILL BE RELEASED TO COME HOME NEXT
WEEK. THE HOME IS INFESTED WITH ROACHES AND RATS. THERE ARE MAGGOTS ALL OVER THE KITCHEN
FLOOR. THE CHILDREN ARE FED ONLY ONE MEAL A DAY, IN THE EVENING.
OFTEN HAS A RASH THAT
COULD BE RELATED TO ALL OF THE ROACHES IN THE HOUSE.
Field Narrative
*Updated* 2004-09-16-13.50.22.381000*
LIVE WITH THEIR MOTHER WHO JUST LAST WEEK GAVE BIRTH TO A PREMATURE BABY. THE
MOTHER IS HOME WITH THE TWO OLDER CHILDREN, AND THE BABY WILL BE RELEASED TO COME HOME NEXT
WEEK. THE HOME IS INFESTED WITH ROACHES AND RATS. THERE ARE MAGGOTS ALL OVER THE KITCHEN
FLOOR. THE CHILDREN ARE FED ONLY ONE MEAL A DAY, IN THE EVENING.
OFTEN HAS A RASH THAT
COULD BE RELATED TO ALL OF THE ROACHES IN THE HOUSE.
*Updated* 2004-10-01-07.46.07.660000*
AN ADDITIONAL REPORT WAS RECEIVED. THIS MORNING, THE MOTHER PICKED UP
OFF THE TOILET AND CHOKED HER REAL BAD. SHE THEN THREW HER ON THE FLOOR AND THEN THE
MOTHER SLAPPED HER. SHE IS BEATEN BEATEN EVERY DAY, POSSIBLY BECAUSE THE MOTHER DOES NOT WANT
TO CARE FOR HER. SHE ONLY GETS ONE MEAL A DAY, AT NIGHT. THE HOME IS A NASTY HOUSE. THERE ARE
ROACHES ALL OVER, TRASH, RATS, GARBAGE PILED UP AND DISHES NOT WASHED. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON
"FOREVER."
Name
Maltreatment
Environmental Hazards
Intervention Services are Needed
No
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/2003 12
Male
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
No Indicator
10/19/2004
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
Fatality
No
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CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
Information generated by
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Name
Maltreatment
Inadequate Food
Intervention Services are Needed
No
Name
THOMAS, JANIYA ALEXUS
Maltreatment
Environmental Hazards
Intervention Services are Needed
No
Name
Maltreatment
Asphyxiation
Intervention Services are Needed
Yes
Name
Maltreatment
Physical Injury
Intervention Services are Needed
Yes
Name
Maltreatment
Environmental Hazards
Intervention Services are Needed
Yes
Name
Maltreatment
Inadequate Food
Intervention Services are Needed
Yes
III.
IV.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/2003 12
Male
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Some Indicator
10/19/2004
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/2004 11
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
No Indicator
10/19/2004
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/1999 15
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
No Indicator
10/19/2004
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
Yes
Yes
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/1999 15
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Verified
10/19/2004
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
Yes
Yes
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/1999 15
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
No Indicator
10/19/2004
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
Yes
Yes
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/1999 15
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Some Indicator
10/19/2004
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
Yes
Yes
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Other Participant(s)
Name
DOB
Name
THOMAS, KEISHANNA G
Name
DOB
DOB
/1983
Age
87
Age
31
Age
30
Gender
Female
Gender
Female
Gender
Male
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Role
Significant Other
Role
Parent/Caregiver
Role
Significant Other
Implications for Child Safety
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Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
A.
Signs of Present Danger Implications
B.
Child Vulnerability Implications
C.
Protective Capacities Implications
D.
Criminal History Summary and Implications for Child Safety
MOM AND HER BROTHER
HAVE BEEN FIGHTING TO THE POINT OF ARREST LATELY.
ASKED
TO MOVE OUT AND HE IS LONGER IN THE HOME. MOM HAS A HISTORY OF LOSING HER TEMPER
AND PS WILL ADDRESS THIS.
Prior Reports and Service Records Implications for Child Safety
MOM HAS A PRIOR HISTORY OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HOWEVER, SHE DENIES CURRENT INVOLVEMENT. MOM
HAS A HISTORY OF HOUSING ISSUES AND RISK WILL BE LOWERED DUE TO CURRENT PROTECTIVE
SUPERVISION.
E.
V.
Overall Safety Assessment
VI.
Summary/Findings Implications
VII.
Recommended Disposition
VIII.
CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
HAS APROX 22 SCARS AND HEALING MARKS.
TOLD CPS THAT 'KEISHANA', HER MOTHER, WAS THE
ONE WHO GAVE HER THOSE MARKS. SHE STD, "KEISHANNA BEAT ME". MOM DENIES, HOWEVER, SHE HAS NO
OTHER EXPLAINATION FOR THE CHILDS INJURIES. CPT ISAAC FEELS THAT INJURIES ARE INDICATIVE OF ABUSE
WITHOUT OTHER EXPLAINATION.
- Q - Intervention services are needed. (Explanation required) A - CHILD SHELTERED- Q - Child placement outside of the
current residence is required (Explanation required) A - CHILD WITH GM- Q - Judicial action is required. (Explanation required)
A - CHILD NEEDS PROTECTION UNTIL MOM CAN GET HELP- Q - Service Referrals / Other Actions: A - PROTECTIVE
SUPERVISION
Signatures
SIGNATURE – Protective Investigator
Date Signed
SIGNATURE - Protective Investigator Supervisor
Date Signed
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INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
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Case Name
KEISHANNA THOMAS
Date/Time Intake Received
09/17/2007 1:23 PM
Date/Time Investigation Closed
10/04/2007 11:00 AM
I.
Allegation Narrative(s)
II.
Victim(s)
Intake Number
2007-460392-01
Maltreatment
Physical Injury
Intervention Services are Needed
No
IV.
Intake Sub-Type
County
In-Home
Manatee
Protective Investigator
ZINK, LYNDA S
Protective Investigator Supervisor
YOUNG, LINDA
Date/Time Received
Sequence Type
Response Priority
Initial
09/17/2007 1:23 PM
Immediate
Narrative
suffers from
and other health impairments (OHI) because she has
she is speech
delayed,
and
and
with an IQ
has one good arm
). On the morning of 09/17/2007,
Keishanna, the mother, pushed
and
fell on the floor. As a result,
right arm is hurting and there is a bruise
below her right elbow. The bruise is the size of a half dollar.
also sustained a mark on her face "like fingernails caught her
face"/ or a scratch. Keishanna has done this before.
and Keishanna reside in the home together.
Field Narrative
Name
III.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
1999 15
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Some Indicator
09/17/2007
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
Fatality
No
Other Participant(s)
Name
THOMAS, KEISHANNA G
Name
DOB
Name
THOMAS, JANIYA ALEXUS
Name
DOB
DOB
DOB
/1983
/2003
/2004
/2005
Age
31
Age
12
Age
11
Age
9
Gender
Female
Gender
Male
Gender
Female
Gender
Female
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Role
Parent in Home
Role
CH
Role
CH
Role
CH
Implications for Child Safety
A.
Signs of Present Danger Implications
A/V HAS BEEN SEEN, CHILD DID NOT WANT TO TALK TO CPS, NOT KNOWN IF CHILD WAS AFRAID TO DISCLOSE
OR WOULD NOT TALK BECAUSE OF DISABILITY. CHILD DID STATE THAT SHE FELL, BUT WOULD NOT TELL CPS
HOW SHE FELL. MOTHER AND SIBLINGS STILL NEED TO BE SEEN. STILL NEED TO SEE HOME.
UPDATED: HOME WAS SEEN, HOME WAS CLEAN AND FREE OF HAZARDS, ADEQUATE FOOD, CLOTHING AND
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CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS OBSVD.
B.
C.
V.
Child Vulnerability Implications
A/V HAS
SPEECH DELAYED, AND
CHILD IS SEEN BY FAMILY AND
SCHOOL. CHILD DID NOT APPEAR TO EXHIBIT BEHAVIORS THAT WOULD BE INDICATIVE OF ABUSE/NEGLECT,
HOWEVER CHILD DID NOT WANT TO SPEAK TO CPS.
UPDATED:
IS TWO AND VERBAL, JANIYA IS THREE AND VERBAL,
IS FOUR AND VERBAL,
CHILDREN ARE SEEN BY FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
IS SEEN BY DAYCARE,
THERE ARE NO BEHAVIORS EXHIBITED THAT MAY BE INDICATIVE OF ABUSE/NEGLECT.
Protective Capacities Implications
THERE ARE PRIOR REPORTS ON SUBJECTS OF THIS REPORT. A/V WAS REMOVED FROM MOTHER IN 2003,
MOM COMPLETED CASE PLAN AND CHILD WAS RETURNED. MOM STILL NEEDS TO BE INTERVIEWED AND
HOME SEEN.
D.
UPDATED: THE BASIC NEEDS OF THE CHILDREN APPEAR TO BE MET. MOM APPEARS WILLING TO FOLLOW
THROUGH WITH ACTIONS AND HAS COOPERATED WITH CPS.
Criminal History Summary and Implications for Child Safety
E.
Prior Reports and Service Records Implications for Child Safety
Overall Safety Assessment
THERE ARE SOME NEGATIVE IMPLICATIONS FOR CHILD SAFETY BASED UPON THE FACT THAT CHILD WOULD NOT
TALK TO CPS. CHILD DID STATE THAT SHE FELL BUT WOULD NOT TELL CPS HOW. CHILD DID STATE THAT MOM DID
NOT PUSH HER. MGM STATED THAT CHILD TOLD TEACHER THAT MOM HAD PUSHED HER BECAUSE SHE WANTED
HER TO CALL MGM BECAUSE SHE WANTED TO SEE HER. MGM STATED THAT A/V TOLD HER SHE FELL ON THE TILE
AT HOME AND THAT SHE SCRATCHED HERSELF ON THE FACE. MOM STILL NEEDS TO BE INTERVIWED.
UPDATED: THERE ARE SOME NEGATIVE IMPLICATIONS FOR CHILD SAFETY BASED UPON THE FACT THAT A/V
WOULD NOT TALK TO CPS EXCEPT TO SAY THAT SHE FELL AND SCRATCHED HERSELF. CPT RESULTS WERE NONSPECIFIC FOR BRUISE, AND SCRATCH ON FACE RESULTS WERE CHILD COULD NOT HAVE DONE WITH RIGHT
HAND AND HARD TO DO WITH LEFT. CHILD DID STD TO CPT THAT SHE SCRATCHED HERSELF. CHILDREN ARE
SEEN BY FAMILY AND SCHOOL. HOME WAS CLEAN AND FREE OF HAZARDS. ADEQUATE FOOD, CLOTHING AND
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS OBSVD.
VI.
Summary/Findings Implications
CASE IS BEING CLOSED WITH SOME INDICATORS BASED ON THE FACT THAT A/V WOULD NOT TALK TO CPS, BUT
DID STATE THAT SHE FELL AND SHE SCRATCHED HERSELF. CPT STD THAT BRUISE ON ELBOW WAS NON-SPECIFIC
AND SCRATCH ON FACE COULD NOT BE DONE WITH RIGHT HAND AND HARD TO DO WITH LEFT. A/V TOLD CPT
THAT SHE SCRATCHED HERSELF. MOM DENIES SCRATCHING CHILD, STD THAT CHILD HAD FELL THAT MORNING
BECAUSE SHE WAS WEARING SOCKS ON TILE. BROTHER OF A/V TOLD CPS THAT A/V FELL AND DEMONSTRATED
HOW SHE FELL. MGM STD THAT CHILD WANTED TO SEE HER AND THAT IS WHY SHE TOLD THE TEACHER THAT
MOM PUSHED HER BECAUSE SHE WANTED TEACHER TO CALL HER SO THAT SHE WOULD COME GET HER.
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VII.
VIII.
CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
Recommended Disposition
NO INTERVENTION SERVICES ARE NEEDED. CPT MADE REFERRAL FOR MOM FOR CMS. MOM WAS ALSO GIVEN
NUMBER FOR
FOR COUNSELING.
UPDATE: CPS SPOKE WITH
TEACHER WHO STD THAT
IS DOING FINE NOW. STD THAT SHE WILL
KEEP AN EYE ON HER AND CALL HOTLINE WITH ANY CONCERNS. CPS ALSO SPOKE WITH
CMS,
WHO STD THAT SHE WILL ASSESS
FOR THEIR PROGRAM AND WILL CALL WITH ANY CONCERNS SHE MAY
HAVE WITH FAMILY.
Signatures
SIGNATURE – Protective Investigator
Date Signed
SIGNATURE - Protective Investigator Supervisor
Date Signed
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CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
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Case Name
KEISHANNA THOMAS
Date/Time Intake Received
05/21/2012 10:49 AM
Date/Time Investigation Closed
07/17/2012 4:37 PM
I.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
Intake Number
2012-116934-01
Allegation Narrative(s)
Intake Sub-Type
County
In-Home
Manatee
Protective Investigator
Rufino, Jose A
Protective Investigator Supervisor
BURNHAM, KIMBERLY
Date/Time Received
Sequence Type
Initial
Narrative
05/21/2012 10:49 AM
Response Priority
Immediate
has open burns on her arm, leg, ankle and she has had these burns for two weeks.
received these burns from
spilling hot soup on herself but it is questionable about whether this explanation is consistent with her injuries. There is suspicion
that burns were caused due to abuse or neglect.
Since March 1,
has had 13 abscences.
Since Mid January,
has had hygiene issues.
wears the same clothes for 2-3 days at a time.
feet have an
odor.
struggles with self hygiene due to only having use of one arm.
has a strong pungent odor when she has a
menstrual cycle.
hair is half braided and half unbraided. Recently,
had pants on that did not fit and a belt was
holding up her pants.
bandage has not been changed since Thursday.
Field Narrative
II.
Victim(s)
Name
Maltreatment
Burns
Intervention Services are Needed
No
Name
Maltreatment
Environmental Hazards
Intervention Services are Needed
No
III.
DOB
Age
15
Gender
Race
Disabilities
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
No Indicator
05/21/2012
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
15
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
No Indicator
05/21/2012
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Other Participant(s)
Name
DOB
Name
DOB
Name
DOB
Age
12
Age
9
Age
Gender
Male
Gender
Female
Gender
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Race
Role
CH
Role
CH
Role
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THOMAS, KEISHANNA G
Name
Unknown, Unknown
IV.
CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
12/07/1983
DOB
01/01/2004
31
Age
11
Female
Gender
Female
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Parent in Home
Role
CH
Implications for Child Safety
A.
Signs of Present Danger Implications
There are no negative implications based on signs of present danger. Mom has yet to be interviewed, but her live in
paramour and house were seen and interviewed. She std that mom treats all the children the same, and never spanks
them. Home was free from hazards and it was clean. Adequate food was in the home as well as adequate sleeping
arrangements. The incident did not happen in the home, it happened at the mgm's home. All the children std that it was an
accident, and mgm took the child to the hospital immediately and cared for the burns. All the children were observed to be
clean and dressed appropriately. Mom's paramour and mgm serve as babysitters, so the children are always supervised.
***********************Update*********************
B.
There are no longer negative implications based on signs of present danger. All advised that burn was accidental. Dr. Issac
confirmed that there were no signs of abuse.
Child Vulnerability Implications
There are some negative implications based on child vulnerability.
All the children are verbal and visible in the school and community.
********************Update*****************************
C.
Child Vulnerability remains the same.
Protective Capacities Implications
There are some negative implications based on protective capacities. Mom has priors and had a
placed out of the
home, but now back w/ mom. Mom has a child now living w/ mgm. She has yet to be interviewed, but her paramour std that
mom is a good mom and home was obsereved to be hazard free and clean. Mom has support from the paramour and
mgm.
************Update*****************
D.
There are no negative implications based on protective capacities. Mom has adequate problem solving skills. She has
adequate support system and a willingness to follow through on current safety plan.
Criminal History Summary and Implications for Child Safety
There are no negative implications based on Crim Hx.
E.
Prior Reports and Service Records Implications for Child Safety
2007-460392-01 SI Physical Injury AV
AP Mom; case was closed b/c the AV would not talk to CPI. Child had
scratches to the face but std that she scratched herself, mom std the same.
2005-483373-01
2004-436818-01
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CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
2004-414460-01 NI Environmental Hazards, SI Inadequate Food AV
AP mom. NI Environmental Hazards AV
Janiya, AP mom. NI Asphyxiation, V Physical Injury, NI Environmental Hazards, SI Inadequate FoodAV
AP mom.
Mom has prior hx of DV, but denied current involvment. Placement outside of the home and intervention services were std
to be required at that time. CPI std that the injuries to the child were indicitive of abuse.
2003-320139-01
V.
Overall Safety Assessment
Overall risk is Intermediate to Low. All the children do not fear anyone in the home and care for their mom. Live in paramour std
that mom is a good mom and that all the childrens needs are being met. She std that mom treats all the children the same, and
never spanks them. Home was free from hazards and it was clean. Adequate food was in the home as well as adequate
sleeping arrangements. Paramour spoke approriately about the children and the mom. CPI interviewed the children and they
std that the incident did not happen in the home, it happened at the mgm's home. All the children std that it was an accident,
and mgm took the child to the hospital immediately and cared for the burns. Mom has appropriate support w/ paramour and
mgm.
and the children are verbal and visible in the
school and community.
*****************Update*******************
Overall risk is low. Long term safety plan is to monitor the children when they are w/ MGM, mom or friends. Mom is very
protective of all the children, All std that the burn was an accident caused by her brother running w/ hot soup in his arm (he was
currentlly in a cast w/ a broken arm). Mom's safety plan: "My kids are being watched; they keep clean clothes, they shower
every night.
clothes fit her, she just has one arm that she can use and when I button her pants at home, she pops her
buttons at school when she goes to the restroom b/c she can't unbutton them herself. My mother doesn't keep them amy more
after school. My friend Anna Coonors do".
Dr. Issac has denied that the burns were consistant w/ abuse. They are futher reviewing medical records and if the CPT thinks
the case needs to be recalled, CPS will open the case again immediately. The case is currenty being closed as No Indicators.
VI.
Summary/Findings Implications
VII.
Recommended Disposition
All denied allegations; Dr. Issac did not find the burn to be consistant w/ abuse. Home was very clean, adequate sleeping
arrangements, food and all the children were b/m/w free (exception for
injuries from the accidental burns). cpt is
reviewing med records to ensure mom was compliant with treatment, if an issue arises another rpt will be called in
No services needed.
VIII.
Signatures
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Date Signed
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INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
SIGNATURE - Protective Investigator Supervisor
Date Signed
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INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
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Case Name
KEISHANNA THOMAS
Date/Time Intake Received
11/28/2013 2:21 PM
Date/Time Investigation Closed
12/18/2013 5:33 PM
I.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
Intake Number
2013-321859-01
Allegation Narrative(s)
Intake Sub-Type
County
In-Home
Manatee
Protective Investigator
Simon, Troy A
Protective Investigator Supervisor
YOUNG, LINDA
Date/Time Received
Sequence Type
Initial
Narrative
EXTENT OF MALTREATMENT:
11/28/2013 2:21 PM
Response Priority
24 Hours
Today, 11/28/2013, the mother threw a phone at her partner. In the past, the mother dropped some bleach on Janiya and
discolored her skin.
CIRCUMSTANCES SURROUNDING MALTREATMENT:
On Thursday, 11/28/2013, the mother threw a phone at her partner and hit her on the forehead.
CHILD FUNCTIONING:
No information was known
ADULT FUNCTIONING:
No information was known
PARENTING GENERAL:
No information was known
PARENTING DISCIPLINE:
No information was known
Field Narrative
II.
Victim(s)
Name
Thomas, Janiya Alexus
Maltreatment
Family Violence Threatens Child
Intervention Services are Needed
No
Name
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/2004 11
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Not Substantiated
11/28/2013
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/1999 15
Female
Black/African American
No
Fatality
No
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Maltreatment
Family Violence Threatens Child
Intervention Services are Needed
No
Name
Maltreatment
Family Violence Threatens Child
Intervention Services are Needed
No
Name
Maltreatment
Family Violence Threatens Child
Intervention Services are Needed
No
Name
Maltreatment
Family Violence Threatens Child
Intervention Services are Needed
No
III.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Not Substantiated
11/28/2013
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/2003 12
Male
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Not Substantiated
11/28/2013
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/2005 9
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Not Substantiated
11/28/2013
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/2013 2
Male
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Not Substantiated
11/28/2013
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Fatality
No
Other Participant(s)
Name
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
Name
IV.
CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
DOB
DOB
/1983
Age
31
Age
33
Gender
Female
Gender
Female
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Role
Parent in Home
Role
Non Household Member
Implications for Child Safety
A.
B.
Signs of Present Danger Implications
There are currently no known dangers for child safety based on the following. The mother stated that she was attacked by
her friend
but she never spoke to the police about the matter. The mother said that
was not living in the
home and she is going to get an injunction against her to not return. She stated that they were in the room arguing and she
asked her to leave. She stated that
was refusing so she tried to call the police and
took the phone and
swung on her hitting her. She stated that she was able to get the phone away from her and she was able to push her out
the door. She stated that she did not hit
back. She stated that the children could have heard it but did not see
anything because they were in their rooms.
UPDATE:
Attempts have been made to see
but have been unsuccessful. The mother stated that
attacked her.
According to the police report, the mother attacked
Keishanna stated that she has not seen or heard from
since the incident and she does not thinkt hat they will continue to be friends. Mom stated that she has not filed for the
injunction because she does not qualify based on the report. She stated that she will not allow
to return to the
house. No further updates.
Child Vulnerability Implications
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Child In-Home Investigation
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There are no known issues to increase vulnerability for the children. Janiya is nine,
is thirteen
is ten,
is eight and
is four months. There are no other known developmental, physical,
emotional or medical conditions that increase vulnerability. The children exhibit no behaviors that are indicative of abuse or
neglect. The children are seen by friends, family and neighbors.
C.
D.
UPDATE:
NO change from prior.
Protective Capacities Implications
There are no known issues to hamper the parent's ability or willingness to be protective. The mother siad that she asked
the friend to leave. She stated that the friend did not live there but was there for Thanksgiving. She stated that this is the
first time that this has happened with this friend. The mother said that the chidlren were in their rooms and the children
confirmed that they were. The children were unharmed. mom is seeking an injuction. The friend was asked to not come
back. Mom has adequate comprehension and problem solving skills.
UPDATE:
No changes from prior.
Criminal History Summary and Implications for Child Safety
There is no concern for child safety based on the criminal history.
does not live in the home and was visiting.
Keishanna has a probation violation with conviction.
E.
is on probation for possession of a controlled substance, Daryl Wimberly 941-708-5741.
her criminal record includes charges for drug poss, marijuana poss (guilty/convicted), Battery, Public peace, Tans Hazmat,
traffic violation, Resist LEO, Child neglect. Traff violations, contempt cocaine poss and danger drugs.
Prior Reports and Service Records Implications for Child Safety
There is no cocner for child safety based on prior intakes.
2012-116934 No indicators of burns and environemtal hazards as to
Keishanna Thomas parent. No services.
2009-183924 No indicators of Inadequate supervision as to
Keishanna Thomas HM. Diversion services.
.
2007-460392 Some indicators of physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas Parent in home. No services.
2005-483373 No indicators of physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas parent in home. No services.
2004-436818 No indicators of bruises welts and beatings as to
Keishanna Thomas Parent in home. No
services.
2004-414460 Verified physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas AP.Some indicators of inadequate food, No
indicators of environmental Hazards, asphyxiation and environmental hazards as to
Janiya Thomas.
Keishanna Thomas AP.
Sheltered.
2003-320139 Some indicators of family violence threatens child as to
Keishanna Thomas AP. NO services.
2000-128878 Institutional. No indicators of beatings as to
Unknown AP.
2000-048823 Some indicators of medical neglect as to
. Keishanna thomas AP. Referred to other dept.
program.
V.
Overall Safety Assessment
The risk to the children is low. Mom and her friend were involved in a verbal altercation that turned physical in the home, in the
bedroom away from the children. The children could not see the incident but heard the argument. The children were unharmed.
The mother said that she asked the roommate to leave and she refused. Mom stated that it was a holiday and she did not want
to argue so as she tried to call 9-1-1 the friend took her phone and swung on her hitting her several times. She stated that she
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was able to get the phone and got the friend out of the home. She stated that she did not talk to LE about the incident but she is
going to get an injunction against the friend. The children were all seen and stated that they did not see the hitting but some say
they heard the arguing. The children were unharmed. The children stated that they feel safe in the home and they always have
clean clothes, food, lights and water. The home was adequately furnished and there was lots of food in the home. Mom signed
a safety plan, ICWA Denied, R&R and a community resource pamphlet were received.
UPDATE:
The mother said that she was a victim and according to the police report
is the victim. The mother cannot get an
injunction unless she pays because she is not a vicitm.
has not been located. Attempts have been made at her
residence and phone messages have been left with no return phone call. The mother said that
will not be allowed back
in the house. The children's basic needs are being met and there are no hazards in the house. No further updates.
VI.
Summary/Findings Implications
VII.
Recommended Disposition
Based on the information obtained in the investigation, the allegations of family violence threatens child are not substantiated.
The children were present in the home when the incident occurred, they heard the arguing but did not see any physical
confrontation. They did not report any prior incidents of DV in the home between mom and
Mom is stating that she was
the victim and
is saying that she was the victim in the report.
has not been located and is refusing to return
phone calls to the listed phone number. Attempts have been made at the residence and cards left in the door with no returned
phone calls.
Signed safety plan, HOPE referral, ICWA Denied, community resource pamphlet, R&R.
VIII.
Signatures
SIGNATURE – Protective Investigator
Date Signed
SIGNATURE - Protective Investigator Supervisor
Date Signed
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Case Name
KEISHANNA THOMAS
Date/Time Intake Received
03/18/2014 11:56 PM
Date/Time Investigation Closed
05/02/2014 3:55 PM
I.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
Intake Number
2014-072186-01
Allegation Narrative(s)
Intake Sub-Type
County
In-Home
Manatee
Protective Investigator
Simon, Troy A
Protective Investigator Supervisor
YOUNG, LINDA
Date/Time Received
Sequence Type
Initial
Narrative
EXTENT OF MALTREATMENT:
Physical injury on child.
03/18/2014 11:56 PM
Response Priority
24 Hours
CIRCUMSTANCES SURROUNDING MALTREATMENT:
On 03/18/2014,
told the leasing manager that his mother pulled his pants down and struck him on the butt and on the
right forearm with an electrical cord because he
sustained welt marks on his butt and on his right
forearm. This has not happened in the past.
CHILD FUNCTIONING:
The children in the home appears to be happy and safe in the home.
ADULT FUNCTIONING:
Information unknown.
PARENTING GENERAL:
The mother is unemployed and receives government assistance.
PARENTING DISCIPLINE:
The mother disciplines the children by putting them in the room.
Field Narrative
II.
Victim(s)
Name
Maltreatment
Physical Injury
Intervention Services are Needed
Yes
III.
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
/2003 12
Male
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
Not Substantiated
03/18/2014
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
Fatality
No
Other Participant(s)
Name
DOB
Name
DOB
/2013
Age
2
Age
Gender
Male
Gender
Race
Black/African American
Race
Role
CH
Role
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Thomas, Janiya Alexus
Name
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
Name
Name
IV.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
DOB
DOB
DOB
/2004
/1983
/1999
/2005
11
Age
31
Age
15
Age
9
Female
Gender
Female
Gender
Female
Gender
Female
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
Race
Black/African American
CH
Role
Parent in Home
Role
CH
Role
CH
Implications for Child Safety
A.
Signs of Present Danger Implications
There are currently no known dangers for child safety based on the following. There were conflicting stories as to what was
used to spank the child. The mother denies using an extension cord as the child alleges. The mother admitted to spanking
the child with an open hand. The child stated that he is not afraid of his mother and he was allowed to stay in the home
because there was no family or friend available to care for the child. The siblings deny that the child was hit by mom. They
stated that the mother puts them in their room for punishment. Dr. Isaac completed a medical on the child and verified the
marks on the child as abusive and consistent with being hit with an electrical cord.
UPDATE:
The mother accepted services with VPS and is working with the CM. Mom has the baby in daycare and she is working. LE
capiased the case to the SAO. The mother does have priors with similar allegations. No further updates.
B.
UPDATE:
The mother is compliant with services. No further updates.
Child Vulnerability Implications
There are no known issues to increase vulnerabilty for the children.
was on
medication and there are no other developmental, physical, emotional or medical conditions that increase vulnerability for
the child. The children do not exhibit any behaviors that are indicative of abuse or neglect. The children are seen by school
personnel and neighbors.
UPDATE:
No change from priors.
C.
UPDATE:
No change from priors.
Protective Capacities Implications
There are no know issues to hamper the parents abilty or willingness ot be protective. The child advised that his mom
spanked him with an extension cord. the mother refuted the story and admitted to spanking with an open hand. the child
had welts on his arm and his buttocks. the mother stated that the child lied
and she spanked him and
he ran from the house.
UPDATE:
The mother is working with a CM through VPS. The baby is now in daycare. The case has been capiased through VPS. NO
further updates.
D.
UPDATE:
No further updates.
Criminal History Summary and Implications for Child Safety
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CONFIDENTIAL
INVESTIGATIVE SUMMARY (IS)
Child In-Home Investigation
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There is no concern for child safety based on criminal history.
Keishanna has a criminal history with charges that include probation violation ref prostitution (guilty/convicted)
Prior Reports and Service Records Implications for Child Safety
There are no concerns for child safety based on prior history.
2013-321859 Not substantiated Family Violence threatens child as to
Janiya Thomas,
Keishanna Thomas AP. No services.
2012-116934 No indicators of burns and environemtal hazards as to
Keishanna Thomas parent. No services.
2009-183924 No indicators of Inadequate supervision as to
Keishanna Thomas HM. Diversion services.
2007-460392 Some indicators of physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas Parent in home. No services.
2005-483373 No indicators of physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas parent in home. No services.
2004-436818 No indicators of bruises welts and beatings as to
. Keishanna Thomas Parent in home. No
services.
2004-414460 Verified physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas AP.Some indicators of inadequate food, No
indicators of environmental Hazards, asphyxiation and environmental hazards as to
, Janiya Thomas.
Keishanna Thomas AP.
Sheltered.
2003-320139 Some indicators of family violence threatens child as to
Keishanna Thomas AP. NO services.
2000-128878 Institutional. No indicators of beatings as to
Unknown AP.
2000-048823 Some indicators of medical neglect as to
Keishanna thomas AP. Referred to other dept.
program.
V.
Overall Safety Assessment
CPI and LE went to the complex managers office and met with the victim. The child stated that his mom spanked him with an
extension cord. The child was seen with two welts on his arm and several more on his butt. The mom attempted to report the
child as a runaway. CPI and LE met with the mother who at first denied that she spanked the child. She stated that the welts on
his arm may be from her grabbing him to keep him from running out of the house. Det. Beckley with BPD talked to the mother
alone and he stated that she admitted to him that she spanked the child with an opened hand. The mother stated that she did
this over frustration that
and attempted to blame his sister who did not sleep in his bed the night before.
The mother was offered services and accepted. VPS will be placed in the home. Det. Beckley stated that the option to capias
the case will be left up to Officer Hogan. Dr. Isaac Verified the marks as abuse because they were consistent with being hit with
an electrical cord. Recommendations were violence free environment, no corporal punishment, see pediatrician about
The mother signed the on-site information sheet. ICWA Denied.
UPDATE:
The risk to the children remain intermediate. LE capiased the case. Mom accepted services through VPS and is currently
compliant. The mother has the baby in daycare. There have been no new incidents. There is concern with the mother having
prior cases with similar accusations. No further updates
UPDATE:
The family is compliant with services, Medical records obtained. VPS Case manager assisting with referring to more services.
No further updates.
VI.
Summary/Findings Implications
Based on the information obtained in the investigation, the allegations of physical injury are not substantiated. The child did get a
spanking and there were welts on the child. the welts went down before CPI completed the investigation at the home. The
mother stated that she has problems with the child lying and stealing and he also has a
problem which he blames
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his siblings. Mom was offered services and accepted stating that she would like counseling
Dr. Isaac saw the child and verified the injury as abuseive based on the child's description of what occurred.
VII.
Recommended Disposition
VPS, mom signed in home information form, received R&R and a community resource pamphlet. ICWA Denied.
VIII.
Signatures
SIGNATURE – Protective Investigator
Date Signed
SIGNATURE - Protective Investigator Supervisor
Date Signed
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Case Name
KEISHANNA THOMAS
Date/Time Intake Received
05/22/2014 2:03 PM
Date/Time Investigation Closed
05/23/2014 3:55 PM
I.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
Intake Number
2014-137604-01
Intake Sub-Type
County
In-Home
Manatee
Protective Investigator
DAVIS, MICHELLE
Protective Investigator Supervisor
Janotti, Michael
Allegation Narrative(s)
Date/Time Received
Sequence Type
Response Priority
Initial
05/22/2014 2:03 PM
24 Hours
Narrative
has been attending school
needs assistance with bathing because she is
not
has had
odor on and off for the duration of the school year, but, this week,
it's worse. The school provides
with deodorant and she let's them know when she runs out so
that they can provide her with more deodorant.
has suffered a
Infection in January/February.
also
had an incident a month ago where she slipped and fell and bumped her head where she
while at school. The
school attempted to contact mom on numerous occasions. Once the school was able to get in contact with mom, mom told them
to put
on the bus. The school resource officer had to contact mom to inform mom that
was sent to the hospital
and she would have to pick
up from the hospital. Mom eventually picked
up from the hospital.
has an
Field Narrative
II.
Victim(s)
Name
Maltreatment
Environmental Hazards
Intervention Services are Needed
No
III.
Age
Gender
Race
Disabilities
1999 15
Female
Black/African American
No
Findings
Incident Date
Caregiver Responsible
No Indicator
05/22/2014
Placement Outside the Home is Required
Judicial Action Required
No
No
Fatality
No
Other Participant(s)
Name
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
IV.
DOB
DOB
/1983
Age
31
Gender
Female
Race
Black/African American
Role
Parent in Home
Implications for Child Safety
A.
B.
Signs of Present Danger Implications
There are no implications for child safety based on the signs of present danger. The mother resides w/her 5 children in a
spacious apartment. The VPS case manager working w/the family indicated that the home is always clean & hazard free.
The mother has no significant criminal hx. The children always appear well cared for per VPS case manager notes. This
report was called in w/allegations of environmental hazards because the 14y/o
This is not abuse or neglect
on the part of the mother.
Child Vulnerability Implications
There are no implications for child safety based on the child's vulnerability factors. The AV is 14y/o, verbal & visible in
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school.
C.
D.
E.
Protective Capacities Implications
There are some negative implications for child safety based on the protective capacities. There have been several priors
over the years w/this family including removal of the oldest child (current AV) in 2004 but there is no pattern/frequency of
allegations. The mother is a single parent. She has a local support system. She is currently engaged w/VPS services but
has not fully complied w/all referrals yet.
Criminal History Summary and Implications for Child Safety
There are no implications for child safety based on the criminal records hx. The mother has no significant arrest hx.
Keishanna (mother): 2003- VOP
(AV): no record
Prior Reports and Service Records Implications for Child Safety
There are no implications for child safety based on the prior reports hx. There is no definitive pattern or frequency of similar
allegations/maltreatments.
2014-072186 Not substantiated Physical Injury as to
Keishanna Thomas AP. VPS implemented.
2013-321859 Not substantiated Family Violence threatens child as to
Janiya Thomas,
Keishanna Thomas AP. No services.
2012-116934 No indicators of burns and environemtal hazards as to
Keishanna Thomas parent. No services.
2009-183924 No indicators of Inadequate supervision as to
Keishanna Thomas HM. Diversion services.
2007-460392 Some indicators of physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas Parent in home. No services.
2005-483373 No indicators of physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas parent in home. No services.
2004-436818 No indicators of bruises welts and beatings as to
Keishanna Thomas Parent in home. No
services.
2004-414460 Verified physical injury as to
Keishanna Thomas AP.Some indicators of inadequate food, No
indicators of environmental Hazards, asphyxiation and environmental hazards as to
Janiya Thomas.
Keishanna Thomas AP.
Sheltered.
2003-320139 Some indicators of family violence threatens child as to
Keishanna Thomas AP. No services.
2000-048823 Some indicators of medical neglect as to
V.
Overall Safety Assessment
VI.
Summary/Findings Implications
Keishanna thomas AP. Referred to other dept program.
The overall risk is low. The AV indicates that she bathes twice a day w/soap, shampoos her hair, uses deodorant, brushes her
teeth & wears only clean clothes which the mother is responsible for washing. The school advised that they provide AV
w/deodorant to ensure she is not picked on by the other students. The school has sent AV to the clinic a few times to "freshen
up" when she has
The former CPS investigator, Troy Simon, & VPS case manager, Stephanie Goodman, indicate
that the home is always very well maintained & hazard free. VPS is aware of the allegations & will continue to work w/the family.
There are no implications for child safety based on the investigative findings. This report is being closed w/no indicators of
environmental hazards. The AV indicates that she bathes twice a day w/soap, shampoos her hair, uses deodorant, brushes her
teeth & wears only clean clothes which the mother is responsible for washing. The school advised that they provide AV
w/deodorant to ensure she is not picked on by the other students. The school has sent AV to the clinic a few times to "freshen
up" when she has
The former CPS investigator, Troy Simon, & VPS case manager, Stephanie Goodman, indicate
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that the home is always very well maintained & hazard free. There is no basis for a maltreatment of environmental hazards
because a child has body odor- that is not considered abuse or neglect.
VII.
Recommended Disposition
The family continues to be followed by VPS. No services provided by CPS.
VIII.
Signatures
SIGNATURE – Protective Investigator
Date Signed
SIGNATURE - Protective Investigator Supervisor
Date Signed
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Case Name
Intake Number
Intake Sub-Type
County
KEISHANNA THOMAS
2015-255381-01
In-Home
Manatee
Date/Time Intake Received
Date/Time Screening Decision
Protective Investigator
09/23/2015 10:09 PM
09/23/2015 10:55 PM
McCoy, Danielle D
Date/Time Investigation Closed
Approving Protective Investigative Supervisor
10/12/2015 3:27 PM
KALL, KRISTINA
I.
Allegation Narrative(s)
Sequence Type
Date/Time Received
Initial
Response Priority
09/23/2015 10:09 PM
Immediate
Narrative
On 9/23/2015 the mother parked her car and beat
She punched him in the mouth and in his head, and
she slapped him in the face. As a result of the aforementioned allegations there is a concern that "
should
have had two black eyes." However
didn't have any injuries that would substantiate any physical abuse."
When the mother and
arrived home the mother was going to beat him. There is a concern that she may
have but it is unclear.
The mother may have grabbed
right side of his head into the mirror.
shirt pulled him into bedroom, grabbed him by his head and banged the
It is also believed that the mother grabbed
by his shirt when he tried to run away from her. When the
mother pulled
by his shirt, he pulled away so hard that he lost his grip and then he hit the dresser with the
mirror on it with full force causing the mirror to break.
sustained a very small superficial cut on head with
tiny specks of glass in his hair.
is a frequent runaway. The mother was "pretty irritated and uncooperative."
the home for the evening.
maybe removed from
Field Narrative
II.
Victim(s)
Name
DOB
Maltreatment
Findings
Incident Date
Physical Injury
Verified
09/23/2015
Name
DOB
Maltreatment
Findings
Age
Gender
Race
12
Male
Black/African American
Yes
Caregiver Responsible
Age
Gender
12
Male
Race
Disabilities
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
No
Fatality
No
Disabilities
Black/African American
Yes
Caregiver
Responsible
Incident Date
No
Fatality
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III.
Family Violence Threatens
Child
Verified
Name
DOB
Gender
15
Female
Race
No
Disabilities
Findings
Verified
09/23/2015
No
Name
DOB
Age
Gender
9
Female
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
Race
Disabilities
Findings
Black/African American
Yes
Caregiver
Responsible
Incident Date
No
Fatality
Verified
09/23/2015
No
Maltreatment
Family Violence Threatens
Child
Name
DOB
Family Violence Threatens
Child
Age
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
No
Fatality
Family Violence Threatens
Child
Maltreatment
09/23/2015
Black/African American
Yes
Caregiver
Responsible
Incident Date
Maltreatment
Age
Gender
2
Male
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
Race
Disabilities
Findings
Black/African American
Yes
Caregiver
Responsible
Incident Date
No
Fatality
Verified
09/23/2015
No
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
Other Participant(s)
Name
DOB
Age
Gender
Race
Role
Thomas, Keishanna Gladys
12/07/1983
31
Female
Black/African American
AP-IN-PC
Mccollough, Trayvon
05/12/1987
28
Male
Black/African American
Significant Other
Date Last Updated: 10/09/2015
IV.
Child In-Home Investigation
(without Reporter Information)
Last Updated By: McCoy, Danielle D
What is the extent of the maltreatment?
What surrounding circumstances accompany the alleged maltreatment, precipitating events, history?
Summary of allegations from intake: On 9/23/2015, the mother parked her car and beat
She punched him in the
mouth, in his head, and she slapped him in the face. When the mother and
arrived home, the mother was going to beat
him. There is a concern that she may have but it is unclear. The mother may have grabbed
shirt, pulled him into
bedroom, grabbed him by his head, and banged the right side of his head into the mirror. It is also believed that the mother
grabbed
by his shirt when he tried to run away from her. When the mother pulled
by his shirt, he pulled away so
hard that he lost his grip and then he hit the dresser with the mirror on it with full force causing the mirror to break.
sustained a very small superficial cut on head with tiny specks of glass in his hair. The mother was "pretty irritated and
uncooperative."
Maltreatment/Nature of Maltreatment (Surrounding Circumstances): On 09/24/15, CPS received an immediate callout where
the child,
had run away from his home after the mother, Keishanna, hit his head into the mirror in her bedroom.
had stopped at Walmart on his way home where he stole a few pieces of candy. The mother works at the same Walmart, so
they called her instead of calling the police. Keishanna reportedly picked
up from Walmart and stopped her car
somewhere in the parking lot where
alleges his mother hit him repeatedly. The mother then continued home where she
took
out of the car by the shirt collar. She walked him inside where
and the paramour, Trayvon, already
were inside. Keishanna walked
into her bedroom where it is alleged she pushed him into the mirror. CPS saw a small
cut on his head and what appeared to be a dark mark on his head. The paramour sent
too his room, and he stopped
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the mother from pursuing the child further.
then opened his bedroom window, and he ran down to the clubhouse to get
help. Susan, the clubhouse manager, has seen this child with similar allegations and injuries before within the last year. The
mother denied the allegations and blames the child for his injuries.
The mother stated she wanted
out of the home, but she did not have any family in the area that could take him. CPS
made arrangements for
to go to the Family Resources shelter for the night, but once there, the mother refused to sign
the consent forms. When CPS returned to the home, there was loud, violent yelling coming from the families apartment. The
fighting could be heard from the parking lot while the parents were behind closed doors in the apartment. The mother denied
any fighting or yelling taking place even after being confronted about it by CPS and LE. The mother refused to allow CPS to
interview the children,
but CPS was able to interview them at school. They both love their mother, but they
sometimes feel unsafe in the home when the mother and the paramour are fighting. They are used to sitting in their bedroom
with the lights off listening to the adults fight. When they are done fighting, everyone just laughs and everything goes back to
normal and they go to sleep.
There has been ongoing department involvement with Keishanna and her family dating back to 2000. There have been
several reports of alleging physical injury and family violence with one verified report in 2004. The mother is consistently
uncooperative with CPS, and she does not follow through with services when they have been offered and put in place. The
children have become increasingly fearful of their mother and frequently feel unsafe in their home environment. Admittedly,
the mother is sometimes overwhelmed with being a single mother to five children, and she is currently pregnant.
does
act out and has become more rebellious, however the mother incorrectly handles disciplining him. All of the children have
become normalized to the mother and the paramour fighting, and they speak in very quiet tones like they are afraid to speak
too loudly.
Summary of all priors: The mother has been involved with the Department of Children and Families for physical injury and
family violence threatens child ongoing since 2003. All of the cases have been with Manatee County. There was a verified
physical injury with the child's older sister,
, being sheltered from the mother in 2003. Since the mother has been
involved with the Department of Children and Families, there have been six cases alleging physical injury to the children in the
home, and there have been two cases of family violence threatens child with the mother being the alleged perpetrator in both.
Sources/people interviewed (separately/privately), collaterals and observations: Keishanna Thomas (AP), Trayvon Mccollough
(paramour),
Susan (office manager), LE, CPT
Findings:
family violence threatens child - verified as to
with the mother, Keishanna Thomas, as the
caregiver responsible
physical injury - verified as to
with the mother, Keishanna Thomas, as the caregiver responsible
Analysis: There are many concerns for the behaviors and violence in the home as to the mother, Keishanna. She does not
take responsibility for anything that happens, and she always blames
for the issues in the home. Keishanna was
unwilling to speak with CPS and refused to allow her daughters to speak with CPS. The mother was seen to be quick
tempered and very combative with both CPS and LE. It seems the mother would benefit from counseling and anger
management, however she denied needing any help. If the mother does not engage with any services herself, it seems
unlikely anything will change in their household or family dynamics.
V.
Safety Analysis Summary
The children have been determined unsafe due to the danger threat presented by the mother due to her inability to properly
discipline her children, control her violent tendencies, or cooperate with investigation. The mother has a fifteen year history
with the department with several reports of physical injury and family violence. The mother does not take responsibility for any
of the issues or violent behaviors even when being confronted by CPS and LE, but she instead blames one child,
The
children in the home have become normalized to the mother and the paramour fighting, but they still become easily upset
when asked about their mother and her paramour. When confronted about services to help her manage and better her
household, the mother denied needing any help and instead stated
was the only one that had any issues or needed
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any help. The children were all sheltered from the mother for family violence and
was also sheltered for physical injury.
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Request to Locate for Janiya Thomas – Full Text
Initiated on 10/16/15
The child Janiya Thomas was last seen around July 2014. She is a 11 year old black female.
Her mother Keishanna Thomas refuses to provide any information regarding her current
whereabouts. Ms. Thomas has been taken into custody until she provides information on her
daughter's whereabouts as Judge Brownell with the Manatee County Court had previously
issued a motion to produce. Should Janiya be located immediately contact local Child Protective
Services or the Manatee County Sheriff's Office, CPS unit (941) 747-3011.