An Indiana couple is facing serious charges after being accused of neglecting their 10-year-old son in a disturbing manner. Melody Rose Greenwood, aged 38, and Adam Jon Greenwood, aged 36, have been charged with neglect of a dependent. The allegations against them involve extreme forms of abuse that have shocked the local community.
The abuse came to light when the child, described as "extremely skinny," was taken to Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital for an examination. Doctors discovered signs of "nutritional" neglect and child abuse, prompting the involvement of Muncie Police in the investigation.
According to reports, the young boy was subjected to horrific conditions. He was allegedly zip-tied, had his head covered with a towel to prevent him from watching TV, and was even instructed by his parents to be physically assaulted by his siblings. The child revealed that he was given only canned food like beans, tomatoes, and soup while the rest of the family enjoyed regular meals such as cheeseburgers and fast food.
Furthermore, the boy shared that he was forced to stand against a wall for up to 12 hours daily, sometimes with a towel over his head. His mother reportedly used zip ties to restrain him, causing him significant pain. The child described instances where his hands were zip-tied behind his back overnight, leading to visible marks and scars consistent with being restrained.
In a troubling revelation, it was disclosed that the victim’s education was primarily handled by two older siblings, with homeschooling limited to reading three chapters of a book daily while the parents were at work.
Both Melody and Adam Greenwood were arrested and charged accordingly. Melody faced three counts of neglect of a dependent and was detained at the Delaware County Jail before being released on a $15,000 bond. Adam was charged with two counts of neglect of a dependent and released on a $10,000 bond.
The Delaware County Prosecutor’s office will determine whether formal charges will be filed against the couple as the investigation continues into this distressing case of child neglect and abuse. The community awaits further developments as authorities work to ensure justice for the young victim and accountability for the accused parents.