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Who Is Justine Marie May? Mom Accused in Deaths of Her Two Toddlers

Who Is Justine Marie May? Mom Accused in Deaths of Her Two Toddlers

Summary

Justine Marie May, a South Carolina woman, is charged with two counts of homicide by child neglect after her two toddlers were found dead in her home during a welfare check. Authorities and family members say there were warning signs and requests for help before the children’s deaths, but it is unclear what actions were taken.

Key Facts

  • Justine Marie May, 31, faces homicide charges following the deaths of her two daughters under age 3.
  • The children were found dead at their home in Ladson, South Carolina, during a welfare check on September 29.
  • Family members tried for weeks to get help for May and the children, noticing changes in May’s behavior and signs of the younger child’s illness.
  • May told investigators she was in a "blur" and could not remember feeding her children recently.
  • May admitted neglect by not feeding or giving drink to the children, who she was the sole caregiver for.
  • Deputies had been called to the home before for welfare checks and found May outside crying and incoherent at the latest check.
  • May is accused of child neglect that led to the deaths of the toddlers; no motive has been released.
  • May’s mother contacted local police the day before the children were found dead, raising questions about prior knowledge by authorities.
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