NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (North Platte Post) – A North Platte man has been jailed on suspicion of child abuse after an incident Monday night.
According to North Platte Police Officer Troy Erickson, 29-year old Justin Morrell had a scheduled visitation with his 9-year old daughter when the girl became upset and attempted to leave Morrell’s residence on foot. According to police, an argument between the two escalated and Morrell struck the girl with a belt, leaving a visible injury.
Morrell was arrested and taken to the Lincoln County Jail pending $10,000 bail. He is free on bond.