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Carol Scofield
Coverage of Carol Scofield in the Nexus archive.
- Father accused of leaving disabled son in bathtub for weeks
An Arizona father faces charges after allegedly leaving his disabled adult son in a bathtub for seven weeks, resulting in severe neglect and injuries. The son, who has a nerve disease preventing him from walking, was found with extreme emaciation, deformed limbs, and open sores.
- Father accused of leaving disabled son in bathtub for weeks
Melvin Shimkus, 52, faces charges for allegedly leaving his 31-year-old disabled son, Hunter Shimkus, in a bathtub for seven weeks, resulting in severe neglect and injuries. Hunter, who has a nerve disease preventing him from walking, was found emaciated with severe wounds and deformities.