Crime & Justice

Indiana man allegedly kept 4 children in basement, fed them crumbs, snapped their pets’ necks in front of them

JONESBORO, Ind. (TCN) -- A 28-year-old man has been charged with 20 felony counts in connection with the treatment of four children in his home. WXIN reports that an investigation into Joshua Chasteen began on Jan. 2 after four children disclosed alleged abuse and molestation. Co.

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Brimstone Report is tracking this as a curated crime & justice brief. The source report from True Crime Daily says: JONESBORO, Ind. (TCN) -- A 28-year-old man has been charged with 20 felony counts in connection with the treatment of four children in his home. WXIN reports that an investigation into Joshua Chasteen began on Jan. 2 after four children disclosed alleged abuse and molestation. Co.

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  • Primary source: True Crime Daily
  • Published: May 20, 2026, 8:04 PM UTC
  • Coverage area: Crime & Justice
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