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16 Kids Rescued, Adults Face Mental Fitness Probe | Columbus News
In a shocking case in Vinton County, 16 children were rescued from a dangerous home, sparking a legal firestorm as two adults—Christina and Gary Junior Siders—face 16 counts each of child endangerment. Their lawyers argue they may be mentally unfit to stand trial, prompting a 30-day window for psychiatric evaluations. Gary Senior, already hospitalized, also faces scrutiny with his evaluation due August 8th. The judge denied requests to seal Gary Junior’s competency ruling, citing privacy limits. Christina and Elizabeth Siders seek modified bail, claiming they’re not a threat and can’t afford…
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