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Update on Autistic Boy Left at Rest Stop

A judge denied a request to lower the bond for an Oklahoma woman accused of leaving her 17-yr-old autistic grandson, Guy, at a Kansas rest stop for 24 hours. Janie Gill appeared in court Thursday in Greenwood County, where she is charged with child endangerment and interference with law enforcement. In the weeks following, the boy received tremendous donations for Christmas.

 

Arrest documents recently revealed a neighbor told investigators she would lock her grandson inside a room overnight and during work hours. Deputies found a deadbolt locking device with a key on the outside of the door, restricting his movement to the bedroom and bathroom. In December, Janie said she's been raising Guy since his parents died from drug abuse, that he's severely disabled, and that since he's gotten bigger it has become a lot harder for her. She said she's asked for help but has not received any. The boy has the mental capacity of a 5-yr-old, according to investigators.

 

Janie had approximately 30 alias names she used in the past and has prior fraud convictions. Her bond remains at $40,000 with court appearance May 10th. According to Sgt Wes Jones from the Rogers Co Sheriff's Office in December, Guy lives in a loving home and appears very happy.

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