Huntsville Woman Arrested After Child Found in Dumpster
A Huntsville woman was arrested yesterday after allegedly placing a small child inside a dumpster, according to the Huntsville Police Department.
Officers responded to a report of child abuse in progress around 11 a.m. on November 8 in the 3400 block of Venona Avenue. Upon arrival, police were informed that Seannay Spencer had allegedly put a child in a dumpster. The child’s father reportedly witnessed the incident and was able to retrieve the child before any serious injuries occurred, though the child did sustain minor injuries.
Spencer has been charged with willful torture and abuse of a child and abandonment of a child, and her bond is set at $2,800. This incident highlights the critical importance of reporting suspected child abuse to authorities. For more information on recognizing and reporting child abuse, visit the Childhelp USA website.
The Huntsville Police Department is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event. You can find more information about local resources for families and children through the City of Huntsville’s Employee Assistance Program.
Authorities stated the investigation is ongoing and further details will be released as they become available.
