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Prentiss County couple charged in child abuse investigation

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April 8, 2024

www.wcbi.com – Joey Barnes – 2024-04-08 18:56:07

SUMMARY: A Prentiss County couple, Gena McKee and Larry McKee, were charged in a child abuse investigation. Gena was charged with three counts of child abuse with serious bodily harm, while Larry was charged with felony child deprivation of necessities with substantial harm. The Prentiss County Sheriff said the investigation started after a report to Child Protection Services. Gena, who was an employee with the school district, is no longer employed there. The alleged victim was not under her care at school. Gena's bond was set at $150,000, while Larry's bond is $25,000. The investigation is ongoing.

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