Fears the coronavirus lockdown's causing a spike in child abuse in Kent
- 2 years ago
Vulnerable children in Kent are being left at the mercy of their abusers because of the coronavirus lockdown.
That's according to campaigners who say a shocking increase in child cruelty has a devastating and often hidden impact of the pandemic.
One of those speaking out is Paula Hudgell from Kings Hill, who's 5-year old son Tony was left at death's door by his birth parents.
That's according to campaigners who say a shocking increase in child cruelty has a devastating and often hidden impact of the pandemic.
One of those speaking out is Paula Hudgell from Kings Hill, who's 5-year old son Tony was left at death's door by his birth parents.