Father Charged with Neglect After Toddler Found Dead in Siletz River
The father of a missing toddler found dead in the Siletz River in March has been charged in his death.
A diver found 2-year-old Dane Paulsen following an 11-day search in March.
- The Lincoln County District Attorney's office charged Aaron Paulsen with second-degree child neglect.
- Court records state that Paulsen left Dane unattended, endangering the child's health or welfare.
Child neglect in the second degree is considered a Class-A misdemeanor in Oregon.
Aaron Paulsen had custody or control of Dane Paulsen and was criminally negligent.
Author's summary: Father charged with neglect after toddler's drowning death.