A Pennsylvania mom is facing charges after police said she failed to feed a 16-year-old boy in her care who weighed 26 pounds when he was checked into a hospital last October, according to reports. Police received an investigation request on Oct. 24 from Franklin County Children and Youth Services after a 16-year-old boy was admitted to a hospital due to severe malnourishment, according to the affidavit of probable cause. He laid in bed in the fetal position, while appearing as though he didn't have the ability to stretch out, according to Fox 43. He gained 2.2 pounds during his first two days and weighed 45 pounds at the time of discharge, the outlet reported. During the same timeframe, police were also called to assist Franklin County Children and Youth Services at a home to check on the child's siblings, who "appeared to be in good health," the Chambersburg Public Opinion said.

Source: Fox News January 23, 2020 11:26 UTC