Overview
Police responded to a serious incident at a sleepover involving allegations of inappropriate touching by an adult, provision of alcohol to minors, and subsequent law enforcement intervention. Multiple teenagers were involved, parental notification occurred, and charges were ultimately filed.
Incident Details
- At 4:00 a.m., two minors, Gracie and Sophie, contacted their parents from a friend's house, reporting distressing behavior from their friend's mother, Melissa.
- The girls locked themselves in a bathroom out of fear and called for help.
- Parents and police arrived; the girls alleged inappropriate touching and provision of alcohol and cigarettes by Melissa.
- Melissa was reportedly intoxicated and uncooperative with officers, leading to her arrest after a physical confrontation.
Police and Parental Actions
- Officers gathered statements from both the minors and adults present, attempting to identify all parties and the exact sequence of events.
- The friend's father admitted to purchasing alcohol for the minors, acknowledging it was illegal.
- Police ensured all teenagers’ parents were contacted for immediate pickup to remove them from the environment.
Allegations and Admission
- Gracie and Sophie reported being inappropriately touched by Melissa after other guests went to bed.
- Melissa allegedly questioned the girls about their sexuality and initiated physical contact.
- Additional minors at the residence had also been served alcohol, purchased by the stepfather.
Legal and Parental Decisions
- Melissa was charged with battery and obstructing law enforcement officers.
- The father admitted guilt in contributing to the delinquency of minors but the victims' parents declined to press charges against him.
- Police advised all parties that further investigation would be handled by detectives.
Outcomes and Officer Guidance
- All involved minors were removed from the home and reunited with their parents.
- Police assured the affected girls they acted appropriately by seeking help.
- Parents were encouraged to continue supporting their daughters and address underage drinking in future discussions.
Decisions
- Melissa charged with battery and obstructing law enforcement officers.
- No charges pressed by victims’ parents against the father for contributing to delinquency.
Action Items
- TBD – Police: Conduct follow-up investigation and formal interviews with involved parties.
- TBD – Parents: Provide emotional support and address alcohol consumption with their children.