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A West Virginia husband and wife have been arrested following years of serious child abuse allegations.
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Erica Lynn Sayer and Clifford Gayle Sayer, of Jackson County, face multiple charges of abuse and neglect.
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According to the researchers, three children described being physically attacked, deprived of food and water and subjected to humiliating punishments.
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The sheriff described the alleged living conditions as a "house of horrors." ".
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Police say the children's accounts corroborated each other and that investigators documented physical injuries consistent with parts of their statements.
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One of the most disturbing accusations concerns the role of the husband.
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Authorities say he witnessed repeated incidents and failed to protect the children. He is also accused of directly participating in several acts.
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Both adults were charged, but neither was convicted.
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The investigation raises questions about how the alleged abuse went on for years before authorities intervened.
⠀ Watch: Law & Crime examines the arrests and charges reported by investigators. ⠀.