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Fla. Woman Allegedly Beat Autistic Son After He Kissed a Classmate's Cheek
- A Florida woman, Kelly Michel, was arrested on multiple counts of child abuse for allegedly beating her autistic 7-year-old son with a belt.
- Police say the boy reported being struck with a belt and injuries included a bruise around his eye and other marks.
- The incident followed a school-related event where the boy allegedly kissed a classmate’s cheek, triggering the alleged abuse per police statements.
- Michel appeared in bond court after her arrest and was ordered to have no contact with her son.
- Authorities stated the boy received care and was evaluated by child protection teams after reporting the abuse.
- The case was investigated by the Miami Police Department with involvement from child protection services.
- Michel was booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center following her arrest.
- The investigation linked to other cases, including a separate attempted kidnapping in West Virginia, but the current charges concern child abuse.
- The incident prompted involvement from the University of Miami Child Protection Team and local law enforcement.
- The case has drawn attention to child safety and the handling of abuse allegations in aftercare settings.
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