Three Charged in Death of 7-Year-Old Cincinnati Boy
In Cincinnati, a mother, Kaitlin Evans, her partner, Kirby Rankin, and Nessa Keaney, who were co-parents of 7-year-old William Evans-Ellis, are facing murder and child endangerment charges. The boy was found dead in their home, having allegedly suffered torture and…
St. Louis, MO, August 13, 2026 —
CINCINNATI, OH – Three individuals have been charged in connection with the death of a 7-year-old boy in Cincinnati. Kaitlin Evans, the boy’s mother, her partner Kirby Rankin, and Nessa Keaney, who was a co-parent, are all facing charges that include murder and child endangerment.
Authorities discovered the child, identified as William Evans-Ellis, deceased in a home. Preliminary information from investigators suggests the boy may have suffered torture and blunt force trauma to the head. The exact circumstances and timeline leading up to the child’s death are currently under investigation.
The Hamilton County Prosecutor’s office has confirmed the charges but stated that the death penalty is not being sought at this time. The prosecutor’s office indicated that the ongoing nature of the investigation means further details may emerge.
The Hamilton County Prosecutor’s office has not provided further details regarding the case, citing the active investigation. Information about the permit status, inspection outcomes, code violations, or specific fine amounts related to the residence or individuals involved was not immediately available.
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