Local Government Denies Responsibility in Mary Davis Home Lawsuit Following Allegations of Abuse
Galesburg, IL – A lawsuit alleging abuse at the Mary Davis Home has been met with a formal response from Knox County officials, who claim they do not oversee the facility’s operations. The legal battle underscores deepening concerns about the treatment of residents at the juvenile detention center. Knox County attorneys filed documents this month asserting that the county does not have jurisdiction over the home, which is independently operated. This response follows a lawsuit lodged by former residents who allege they were subjected to abuse and neglect during their time at the facility. The … Read more