Two Women Arrested on Felony Charges After 12-Year-Old Found Abused and Malnourished
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas—The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has arrested two women on felony charges following the discovery of a 12-year-old child who showed signs of severe physical abuse, sexual abuse, and malnutrition.
Deputies and detectives from the Special Victim’s Unit responded to a call on September 28, 2025. Medical staff at a local hospital confirmed the child’s injuries were consistent with abuse and malnutrition.
As a result of the investigation, arrest warrants were obtained and executed on October 3, 2025, for Brenda Garcia, 38, and Tania Garcia, 37. Both women face felony charges including:
- Injury to a Child
- Unlawful Restraint
- Invasive Visual Recording
Sheriff Doolittle called the case “deeply disturbing” and stressed the priority of child safety. The child is currently safe and receiving medical care and support services.
The MCSO confirmed the investigation is active and ongoing and urged the community to report any suspicions of child abuse by contacting the Texas Abuse Hotline at 1-800-252-5400 or calling 911 in an emergency.
