Elkins Police Department
Coverage of Elkins Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- 11-year-old found restrained with zip ties in sealed bathroom, authorities say
An 11-year-old child was found restrained with zip ties in a sealed bathroom at the family's residence in Beverly, West Virginia. The parents, Manual Ortiz Jr. and Licha Ortiz, face charges of child abuse creating risk of death and conspiracy. A witness reported seeing the child restrained with spray foam sealing the door, and authorities discovered ligature marks, red and swollen feet, and written statements indicating emotional distress.
- 11-year-old found restrained with zip ties in sealed bathroom, authorities say
An 11-year-old child was found restrained with zip ties in a sealed bathroom at the family's residence in Beverly, W.Va., leading to child abuse and conspiracy charges against the parents. The witness reported finding spray foam sealing the door and ligature marks on the child's wrists and ankles, with investigators discovering incriminating evidence including a cut zip tie and written statements in the bathroom.
- 11-year-old found restrained with zip ties in sealed bathroom, authorities say
An 11-year-old child was found restrained with zip ties in a sealed bathroom at the family’s residence in Beverly, West Virginia. Parents Manual Ortiz Jr. and Licha Ortiz face charges of child abuse creating risk of death and conspiracy. A witness reported seeing the child with ligature marks and discovering spray foam sealing the bathroom door, along with writings on the walls indicating emotional distress.