Ruby Franke, a family vlogger, has been charged with six counts of felony child abuse. Her sisters, Julie Deru and Bonnie Hoellein, have released videos expressing their shock and sadness at the news, and detailing their efforts to connect with Franke and her children. Franke is currently being held without bail and the sisters have asked their followers to keep the family in their thoughts and prayers.
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Ruby Franke, a former YouTube parenting advice vlogger, and her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt appeared in court on Friday to face six felony counts of aggravated child abuse. Their virtual hearing was delayed due to the large number of people trying to log in and watch, and the charges stem from Franke's malnourished son running to a neighbor's house asking for food and water. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for October 5th.
Ruby Franke, the mother of six behind the family YouTube channel "8 Passengers," has been charged with six counts of felony child abuse by the Washington County Attorney in Utah. The investigation is ongoing, but Franke and her business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt, were arrested last week after Franke's malnourished son ran to a neighbor's house asking for help. If convicted, they could face up to life in prison.