AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A 13-year-old and her brother are in temporary foster care after she was allegedly beaten by her parents.
The abuse reportedly happened March 5th at the family’s home on Taylor Street in Augusta.
According to an incident report provided by the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, the 13-year-old was held down on the floor by her father, while her mother beat her with an extension cord.
Authorities said the victim had bruises on the front and backs of her legs as well as on her back.
Yolanda and Ulysses Rhyne III have both been arrested and charged with 1st Degree Cruelty to Children.
