Neglect and Decay in Orangeburg | Columbia News

A chilling discovery in Orangeburg County, South Carolina, unfolded when an investigation into a child’s severe injuries revealed a horrifying home: insect-infested, trash-strewn, and devoid of running water or electricity. Inside, deputies found a 42-year-old woman in a maggot-ridden bed surrounded by rotting food, alongside the injured toddler. The case spiraled into a broader indictment of neglect and abuse, leading to charges against 25-year-old Justice Anderson for endangering a child and neglecting a vulnerable adult — with a $135,000 bond set. This grim situation underscores how easily communities can overlook those most at risk — and why vigilance matters. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/099c64809ef296bd