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Completed DCFS Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect Referral Information Request form

Source document used: Social Worker Field Investigation Narrative

Case Narrative: 2026-08-14. Today I followed up on the report regarding 7-year-old Leo Thompson. I met with his primary caretaker, his aunt Sarah Thompson, who has been looking after him for the past six months. Upon arrival at the home, I noted several alarming conditions. First, Leo presented with a suspicious, unexplained circular bruise on his upper left shoulder. Furthermore, he displayed signs of extreme physical neglect, specifically untreated dental decay that is causing him visible pain. Additionally, there were fresh scratch marks across his forearms. When I asked Sarah about the injuries, she claimed that Leo fell off his bicycle last Tuesday and that she hadn't realized the severity of the toothache, citing financial hardships. I have already looped in our case supervisor, Marcus Vane, who can be reached at 555-019-8823 for oversight. My direct contact at the district office remains Janet Sterling; she is available for updates at 555-012-9900 or via our secure fax line at 555-012-9901. During the interview, it became clear that this household is struggling significantly, with evidence of ongoing substance abuse issues and documented instances of domestic violence between the aunt and her partner, which Leo has clearly witnessed. I am opening this under case number #DCFS-88921-X. I am requesting an urgent follow-up response by August 20th, 2026, to ensure the safety plan remains viable for the child.