Windsor Woman Charged After 2 Children Found in Unsafe Home

Windsor police have charged a 29-year-old woman after finding two young children in unsafe and unsanitary conditions at an east Windsor home on Nov. 12, 2026. Officers had gone to the residence shortly after 11 a.m. for a wellness check involving several dogs, police said.

During the investigation, officers found the two children living in the home. Police said there were significant amounts of animal urine and feces, as well as insects and an apparent lack of food.

Officers also found two cats and six dogs inside, including one dog that had died. The remaining dogs were taken into the care of Progressive Animal Welfare Services, police said.

Both children were taken to hospital for treatment and were subsequently placed in the care of the Children's Aid Society. Police said they would not release the accused woman's name to protect the children's privacy and identities.

The woman was arrested and faces two counts of failing to provide the necessaries of life and one count of neglecting an animal. The investigation remains ongoing.

Information and support

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4903. The police case number is 26-126923.

Affected people in need of support can contact Victim Services of Windsor and Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Windsor Police Service Victim Assistance Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 7179.