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Mom accused of starving her 1-year-old to death by feeding her 250 calories a day with yogurt and vegetable pouches
By Karla Vasquez Mejia, Akim Powell at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV/Gray News) - A mother in St. Louis is accused of starving her 1-year-old daughter on a diet that consisted of yogurt, vegetable pouches and fruit pouches that amounted to just 250 calories per day. Sausha Mia Myers, 29, was charged with two counts of child abuse and neglect w...
Key takeaway Sausha Mia Myers, 29, was charged with two counts of child abuse and neglect w...
Why this matters in The Nashville
In Nashville , the alleged starvation of a 1-year-old girl in St. Louis serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilant support systems to protect vulnerable children. While this incident occurred outside of Davidson County, it highlights the importance of ensuring that local families have access to adequate nutrition and healthcare. The fact that the 1-year-old girl weighed just 10 pounds, significantly below the average weight for her age, is a disturbing indicator of severe neglect. Nashville's own social services and healthcare providers play a critical role in identifying and addressing potential cases of child abuse and neglect. The city's community must remain attentive to the well-being of its youngest residents, and local authorities should continue to work tirelessly to prevent such tragedies from occurring within their jurisdiction. By prioritizing the health and safety of Nashville's children, the community can work towards creating a safer and more nurturing environment for all families.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV/Gray News) - A mother in St. Louis is accused of starving her 1-year-old daughter on a diet that consisted of yogurt, vegetable pouches and fruit pouches that amounted to just 250 calories per day. Sausha Mia Myers, 29, was charged with two counts of child abuse and neglect w...
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