Seven Kids Found Living in Van

Seven children were found living in a van for nine months, starving for two days before discovery—parents Trevor Shepard and Chyna Bryant now face eight counts of negligent care, plus a felony for methamphetamine found on Shepard. A newborn’s soiled diaper and children’s hunger claims paint a harrowing picture of neglect amid poverty and trauma. Bryant has a prior child endangerment conviction, while Shepard also skipped court on a theft charge. Shepard was convicted on all charges and sentenced to 180 days; Bryant pleaded no contest but skipped sentencing, now facing an arrest warrant. The case underscores the urgent need to protect kids—not just punish—while custody decisions loom for May. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/3a60269e1448e4f2