Florida Pastor Arrested for Neglecting Foster Children While Favoring Her Biological Daughter
Florida pastor neglected other kids in her care while her biological daughter ate KFC in front of them: cops

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Gwendolyn Rolle, a 59-year-old pastor in Fort Pierce, Florida, faces five felony counts of child neglect after allegedly mistreating five foster children, aged 4 to 9, while providing preferential treatment to her biological daughter. The children reported severe neglect, including being forced to use a bucket as a toilet and bathe outside.
- 01Gwendolyn Rolle is accused of neglecting five children in her care, forcing them to use a bucket as a toilet.
- 02The children reported that Rolle's biological daughter received better treatment, including food from KFC and access to a proper bathroom.
- 03Investigators found that the children often went to bed hungry and had to bathe outside with a garden hose.
- 04The children's school staff reported bullying due to their poor hygiene and lack of clean clothes.
- 05Rolle has been released on bond and is represented by a public defender.
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Gwendolyn Rolle, a 59-year-old pastor at New Hope International Church in Fort Pierce, Florida, was arrested on five felony counts of child neglect after allegations surfaced regarding her treatment of five foster children, aged 4 to 9. An anonymous tip led the Fort Pierce Police Department to investigate the children's welfare, revealing that they were forced to use a bucket as a toilet and bathe outside with a garden hose. In stark contrast, Rolle's biological daughter received preferential treatment, including access to a proper bathroom and meals from fast-food restaurants like KFC and Popeyes. The children reported often going to bed hungry, receiving only ramen noodles or school leftovers. They also faced bullying at school due to their hygiene issues, with some children using perfume to mask odors. Rolle's alleged neglect extended to physical abuse, including slaps and derogatory language. Despite her claims of regular bathing and care, the children described a locked bathroom door that restricted their access. Rolle has since posted bond and is awaiting legal representation.
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The case highlights serious concerns about child welfare and the treatment of foster children in Florida.
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