Two parents in Evansville, Indiana, are facing neglect charges after allegedly refusing to pick up their 13-year-old child from the hospital. Jeffery Scheda, 41, and Amanda Osmon, 36, were contacted by police early Sunday morning regarding their child’s welfare following a mental health evaluation.
- Parents face Neglect charges after hospital incident
- Child admitted for mental health evaluation
- Social worker contacted parents multiple times
- Parents appeared intoxicated during interactions
- Officers arrested parents for dishonesty
The incident began when the child was admitted to St. Vincent Hospital for a mental health check after an altercation with Osmon. A social worker attempted to reach Scheda around 7 p.m. on Saturday but reported that he hung up during the call. An hour later, Osmon contacted the social worker but was described as agitated during the conversation about who would collect the teen.
During this exchange, police noted that both parents appeared intoxicated and had been drinking prior to the incident. They believed their child would be admitted for evaluation similar to a past experience and did not prioritize picking them up promptly.
- Time of initial contact: Approximately 7 p.m., Saturday.
- Time police were called: Just before 2 a.m., Sunday.
- Ages of parents: Jeffery Scheda (41), Amanda Osmon (36).
Upon arriving at their residence, officers found that both parents had fallen asleep and failed to respond adequately regarding their child’s situation at the hospital. They later misrepresented details of conversations with the social workers when questioned by law enforcement, leading to their arrest for neglect.
This case highlights concerns surrounding parental responsibilities in emergency situations involving minors. The actions of Scheda and Osmon have raised questions about accountability and support systems available for families facing crises.
