A woman from Jefferson County is facing serious charges for not believing a 10-year-old girl who reported being raped by a family member.
WTAJ News reports, Melissa Sest allegedly called the girl a liar when she disclosed the abuse. Despite the girl’s repeated attempts to seek help, Melissa reportedly failed to act, allowing the abuse to continue for years.
42 year old Michael Sest was charged and is in the Jeffferson County Jail following a positive DNA match found on the victim.
Now, Melissa Sest is facing felony charges for endangering the welfare of a child and intimidating witnesses.
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