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3 children neglected for several months, lived in deplorable conditions, police say

WILKINSBURG, Pa. — Three kids have been taken to Children's Hospital with severe signs of neglect.

Police charged Jennifer Stout with aggravated assault and endangering children.

According to police, Stout had been caring for the kids -- who are 2, 9 and 12 -- for the last seven months.

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The children's aunt went to visit them last week, and that's when she contacted police about the conditions.

"She stated that upon entering she observed a mat on a floor in the downstairs and observed a small body on it, that ended up being her 2 year-old nephew," the police report said.

Stout told police the children's mother left them with her about seven months ago because she didn't want them anymore.

The two older children lost nearly 20 pounds in three months. The 2-year-old lost nearly 10 pounds.

When confronted by investigators, Stout spoke about their health.

"Stout denied ever intentionally starving the children, however she acknowledged that she observed his current physical state and informed  us that she should have taken him to receive medical attention," the criminal complaint said.

Stout is charged with several felony charges including aggravated assault and three counts of child endangerment. Her preliminary hearing is set for Jan. 3.

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