Tragedy in Oakley: Boy’s Death Under Investigation | Cincinnati News

A seven-year-old boy, William Evans-Ellis, was found dead in an Oakley apartment after his mother, Kaitlin Evans, allegedly told ER staff her partner was trying to kill her and had taken their son—naming Kirby Rankin as the person hiding him. Police discovered William in a closet, showing signs of severe abuse. All three adults—Evans, Keany, and Rankin—are now charged. Evans has a mental handicap, and William, described as bright by his grandparents, was autistic. A grand jury will review the case August 17th. Loved ones have started a GoFundMe for a memorial, with plans to create a foundation to help other families and prevent future tragedies. If you suspect child abuse, contact Hamilton County Job and Family Services at 241-KIDS or your local Children Services. 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/0d3733067af1f40b