Abandoned child found in Grand Portage, mother is in custody
Dec 11, 2020 05:04PM ● By Editor
From the Cook County Sheriff's Department - December 11, 2020
Thursday night, Deputies from the Cook County Sheriff's Office responded to the
Thursday night, Deputies from the Cook County Sheriff's Office responded to the
Grand Portage area for a report of a child on the side of Highway 61. When responders arrived,
they were met by Daniel Deschampe Sr. and Delwyn Wilson, who were already assisting the child
by keeping her warm.
A parent had abandoned the 6-year old child without proper winter clothing, no socks, and no shoes. Deputies took emergency custody of the child, and through investigation, were able to locate the mother. She was arrested and is being held in the Cook County Jail until the initial court appearance.
Cook County Public Health and Human Services are assisting with the child's care, and the case is still under investigation at this point, and drugs were not suspected for this situation.
A parent had abandoned the 6-year old child without proper winter clothing, no socks, and no shoes. Deputies took emergency custody of the child, and through investigation, were able to locate the mother. She was arrested and is being held in the Cook County Jail until the initial court appearance.
Cook County Public Health and Human Services are assisting with the child's care, and the case is still under investigation at this point, and drugs were not suspected for this situation.
Sheriff Pat Eliasen stated, "The quick and decisive actions of the two men led to a positive
outcome for this child. Thanks to Daniel and Delwyn, and to all who stepped in to assist this child in a time of great need."
