On Saturday, October 28, a distressing child abuse case took place in Lancaster, California. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department received a call at 11:50 p.m. prompting an investigation into an event that left four siblings under the age of ten severely wounded on East Avenue J-2.
The responding deputies discovered the four children with numerous lacerations, as stated by the LASD alert. Two of the siblings are alive but recovering from injuries, while two tragically lost their lives despite medical intervention at a local hospital.
Prospero Serna, the biological father of the four children, was indicated as the alleged perpetrator, according to the KTLA news article. He was detained for questioning, and his motivations and actions remain under investigation.
Citizens have expressed concern for the grieving family. Information about the incident are actively sought by individuals who want to support the mother and the surviving siblings. The investigation is ongoing, with many questions yet to be answered.
The role of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in this family's life is unclear. According to a statement provided by DCFS, they are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children and families in Los Angeles County. Due to state law, they cannot disclose whether this family had previous involvement with their department.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau urges anyone with information about this incident to contact them at (323) 890-5500, or anonymously through "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477).
