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Homeowner in Ladson charged with two counts of homicide by child abuse: court records
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Key Points:
- Justine Marie May, 31, was charged with two counts of homicide by child abuse after two people were found dead near her home in Charleston County on September 29.
- May was taken into custody the same day and waived her bond appearance; her initial court appearance is scheduled for November 20, and she remains in custody.
- The homicide by child abuse charge carries a potential sentence of 20 years to life if convicted.
- Law enforcement responded to a welfare check on Pinewood Drive, where the deceased were discovered, and conducted door-to-door inquiries in the quiet neighborhood.
- May’s social media posts revealed ongoing conflicts with family and mentions of frequent visits from social services and mental health crisis teams; the coroner’s office has not yet released the names or ages of the victims.
