9 children rescued: Licking County parents indicted on 22 total charges
Sofia Patel
Sofia Patel
Reporter · Columbus, OH
Sofia Patel, a Columbus native and graduate of Kenyon College, has spent 5 years delving into community issues and human-interest stories. She has contributed to various neighborhood publications and is passionate about shedding light on the diverse voices within her city.
More from Sofia →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM · 1 min read
NEWARK, Ohio (WCMH) — Two Licking County adults are now facing 22 total charges related to the rescuing of nine children who were found living in ‘horrific’ conditions last month. According to court records, Jonathan Parr and Jacquelyn Coleman each face 11 charges – two counts of endangering children, a third degree felony, and nine [...]