Heartbreaking new details have emerged in the case of a 7-year-old Florida boy allegedly killed by his own mother — and now, people are asking why nothing was done in time. According to reports, the boy’s caretakers had already warned Florida’s Department of Children and Families (DCF) about signs of abuse long before his tragic death.
Who Was the Victim?
The young boy, identified as Dominic Green, was just 7 years old. He had been living under the care of family friends and relatives for most of his life due to concerns about his mother’s behavior. People close to him described Dominic as kind, gentle, and full of energy — a child who just wanted to be loved.
What Were the Warnings?
Caretakers and relatives who had looked after Dominic claim they repeatedly raised red flags about his mother, Jessica Green, reporting signs of neglect, aggression, and emotional abuse.
One caregiver told local media,
“We begged DCF to keep him away from her. We saw the warning signs — bruises, mood changes, and fear in his eyes. But no one listened.”
Reports say that multiple warnings were filed with DCF, some even including photos of injuries and written statements. Despite this, authorities reportedly allowed Dominic to return to his mother in early 2024.
What Happened to Dominic?
Just months after being placed back in his mother’s custody, Dominic was found unresponsive in their Florida home. Emergency responders rushed him to the hospital, but it was too late. Doctors say he had multiple injuries, some old and some recent, pointing to long-term abuse.
Jessica Green was arrested on murder and child abuse charges, and she is now being held without bond. The case has left the local community stunned — and searching for answers.
DCF Under Fire
Florida’s DCF is now under intense scrutiny after it was revealed they had been warned several times. Critics say this is yet another case of a child falling through the cracks of a system meant to protect them.
Child advocates are demanding a full investigation into why DCF returned Dominic to his mother despite the history of abuse.
“Dominic should still be alive. This system failed him,” said one local children’s rights advocate.
A Community in Mourning
Vigils have been held in memory of Dominic. People have placed candles, stuffed animals, and handwritten notes outside his former school and home. Online, thousands are sharing his story with hashtags like #JusticeForDominic and #ProtectOurChildren.
His caregivers and community members are now focusing on honoring his life and pushing for real changes in how child protection services handle repeated abuse complaints.