COSHOCTON, OH — A recent development in the investigation into the tragic death of a 3-year-old has led to the arrest of an Ohio woman on charges of child endangerment.
The Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office revealed that they received crucial forensic information regarding the death of the toddler, which occurred on August 10, 2021. Acting swiftly on this new lead, authorities took Kristen L. Neff of Coshocton into custody. The Coshocton County Prosecutor’s Office is currently reviewing the case to determine formal charges.
In connection with the ongoing investigation, a search warrant was executed on February 27 at a residence on Squarewood Street in Coshocton.
Neff has been formally charged with Child Endangerment, a third-degree felony. She is presently held at the Coshocton County Justice Center on a $75,000 cash or surety bond.
Officials have stressed that this case remains an active homicide investigation. They urge anyone with pertinent information to come forward and assist law enforcement. The Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office can be reached at 740-622-3774.
As the community awaits further developments in this tragic case, authorities continue their efforts to seek justice for the young victim.
