Six children, ages 1 to 8, were removed from a home near Norcross, Georgia, after authorities discovered them living in deplorable conditions surrounded by rotting food, insects, and non-functioning toilets filled with waste. Both parents now face criminal charges.

What Authorities Found Inside

Gwinnett County police responded to a residence on Sweet Pine Drive on September 1 following a concerned citizen’s report about the home’s interior conditions. Officers discovered a house filled with used diapers, rotting food, and trash scattered throughout common areas and bedrooms. The toilets no longer worked and contained feces and garbage. Cockroaches, flies, and gnats infested the entire dwelling, according to arrest warrants.

Police spokesman Brock Marks confirmed the disturbing scene. Officers documented trash scattered around the home along with numerous insects. Investigators learned the family had disposed of all car seats because the children never left the house. The two oldest children could not provide basic information including their names, birth dates, or which school they attended.

Parents Face Criminal Charges

Carlos Calixto Crispin and Wicapi Rose Eder each face misdemeanor reckless conduct charges. The arrest warrant indicates the hazardous conditions existed for months, dating back to at least April 13. Police records show officers had visited the address previously and documented similar unsanitary circumstances. The parents’ failure to maintain basic living standards and their children’s isolation from society raised serious concerns about the welfare of the minors.

Children Now In State Care

Officers contacted the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services, which assessed the home and immediately took custody of all six children. The state agency will determine appropriate placement while the criminal case proceeds. Marks emphasized the vulnerability of children in such situations, noting they depend entirely on adults for basic necessities and cannot provide for themselves. The case highlights the importance of community vigilance, as the intervention only occurred after a concerned resident reported the conditions. The children’s ages span from toddler to elementary school, representing years of potential neglect and deprivation of normal childhood experiences including education and socialization.