Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 11, 2026 —

Florida Woman Arrested on Child Abuse Charges

A 26-year-old woman identified as Nataly Francelia Cruz of Florida City has been arrested and charged with child abuse. The arrest follows allegations that Cruz subjected her younger brother to severe punishment.

According to police, Cruz is accused of forcing the child to kneel on rice inside a shed for an extended period. This alleged punishment reportedly resulted in injuries to the child’s knees. Additionally, the child was allegedly denied access to a restroom during this time.

The incident led to the arrest and charges against Cruz. Further details regarding the investigation or potential legal proceedings were not immediately available.

Story summarized from the original created by Allyson Castillo on wsvn.com, see more information here.

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