Welfare check on child amid parental contact dispute, Massillon OH


Police performed a welfare check on a child near Burton Avenue NW after the mother could not contact him as scheduled. The father alleged the mother was misusing police for harassment. Officers attempted to verify the child's safety.
Audio|Source: Stark County Police
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Transcript:
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A welfare check, near Burton Avenue NW.
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Checking around near Burton Avenue NW, the child is 11, should call his mom.
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She has not heard from him since yesterday at 7 p.m.
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They were scheduled to FaceTime and talk on the phone, as court ordered nightly contact.
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She received texts but does not know if they are from her son or ex-partner.
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The father called saying the mother may be doing a welfare check.
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He claims she is using police to harass him.
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Request made to try to contact and check on the child's welfare.
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