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Cuyahoga Falls -- A Cleveland woman is in jail on child endangering charges after police say her 3-year-old son was found unresponsive in the family's swimming pool last month.

Krystal Krause, 24, was arrested on June 23 and charged with child endangering, a third-degree felony. Her case was bound over to a Summit County grand jury and bond was set at 10 percent of $100,000, according to Falls Police Capt. Tom Pozza. She remains in the Summit County Jail.

Falls Police Lt. Mike Gay said that the child was taken to Akron Children's Hospital.

On July 1, the child was listed in critical condition, according to a hospital nurse.

The woman was in town June 19 to visit her parents on Maitland Avenue, who have custody of her son, said Pozza. After spending time outside with the child, the mother went inside for about 15 minutes, Pozza continued.

Gay said the 3-year-old's grandfather was returning home from work when he found the child around 1:20 p.m floating face down in the shallow end of the in-ground swimming pool, which ranges in depth from 3 to 8 feet. The boy's mother was watching him while her parents were at work, Gay said.

The boy had been taken out of the pool by the time officers arrived, Gay said. Falls EMS also responded and immediately transported him to Akron Children's Hospital, he said.

Ed Bonetti, Krause's attorney, said he had no comment on the case, but added, "My client is concerned about her son."

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http://www.fallsnewspress.com/news/article/4620843
 
The woman was in town June 19 to visit her parents on Maitland Avenue, who have custody of her son, said Pozza. After spending time outside with the child, the mother went inside for about 15 minutes, Pozza continued.
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The boy's mother was watching him while her parents were at work, Gay said.
So she did not have custody at the time but they leave her alone with her son. Real bright, every single adult in this situation let this child down. She lost custody for a reason. Leaving him in her care will likely cost him his life.

What the fuck did she do? or didn't do?

If he lives, I'd love to hear his side of the story.


Recover completely little one.
 
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There may have been a different reason for her to not have custody *Tosses in the ringed tattered hat of hope* I knew a girl once that willingly gave her parents custody of her son but would often have him for a weekend, etc.
 
Hi i am not sure if you guys on here are aware of this or not but if you had questions about this case you really should ask the right people questions. That was me. And that was my son. The first problem wad they made alot of errors when typing that article. I was about to take my son outside. He was 3 and got into things. I did not have custody i let my parents have temp guardianship of him that turned into them adopting. That was because i had came to see that i was not going to be able to raise my son and i knew my parents could. They asked so i said yes. And all i did was go into the living room to get my phone. My son was not left alone for 15 min. And as for anyone who is mad at me. I spent 2 years in prison for this accident that could have happened to anyone including my parents but i am the one who has to live with the pain of knowing that i was irresponsible and that caused the loss of my baby's life. I should have gotten 15 and even that would not have been enough. I beat myself up everyday for it. So no matter how you feel or what you say just know this... no one in the whole world can punish me more then what i do everyday of my life. And no one can possibly be more mad then i do at myself just as much. But all i ask is if you are goi.g to say something about someone you knew nothing about please get the facts first. Educate yourself first.
 
Hi i am not sure if you guys on here are aware of this or not but if you had questions about this case you really should ask the right people questions. That was me. And that was my son. The first problem wad they made alot of errors when typing that article. I was about to take my son outside. He was 3 and got into things. I did not have custody i let my parents have temp guardianship of him that turned into them adopting. That was because i had came to see that i was not going to be able to raise my son and i knew my parents could. They asked so i said yes. And all i did was go into the living room to get my phone. My son was not left alone for 15 min. And as for anyone who is mad at me. I spent 2 years in prison for this accident that could have happened to anyone including my parents but i am the one who has to live with the pain of knowing that i was irresponsible and that caused the loss of my baby's life. I should have gotten 15 and even that would not have been enough. I beat myself up everyday for it. So no matter how you feel or what you say just know this... no one in the whole world can punish me more then what i do everyday of my life. And no one can possibly be more mad then i do at myself just as much. But all i ask is if you are goi.g to say something about someone you knew nothing about please get the facts first. Educate yourself first
In the time it took you to get your phone, your three year old got into the pool and drowned? And you didn't even find him?
 
Hi i am not sure if you guys on here are aware of this or not but if you had questions about this case you really should ask the right people questions. That was me. And that was my son. The first problem wad they made alot of errors when typing that article. I was about to take my son outside. He was 3 and got into things. I did not have custody i let my parents have temp guardianship of him that turned into them adopting. That was because i had came to see that i was not going to be able to raise my son and i knew my parents could. They asked so i said yes. And all i did was go into the living room to get my phone. My son was not left alone for 15 min. And as for anyone who is mad at me. I spent 2 years in prison for this accident that could have happened to anyone including my parents but i am the one who has to live with the pain of knowing that i was irresponsible and that caused the loss of my baby's life. I should have gotten 15 and even that would not have been enough. I beat myself up everyday for it. So no matter how you feel or what you say just know this... no one in the whole world can punish me more then what i do everyday of my life. And no one can possibly be more mad then i do at myself just as much. But all i ask is if you are goi.g to say something about someone you knew nothing about please get the facts first. Educate yourself first.

It only takes a min for something bad to happen, and it can happen to anyone. Usually the only "facts" we have are those that the media lets out or if there are documents let out we sometimes post those here too.

Did you have more kids after this happened and you got out of prison?
 
@krystalk84 I want to beat up on you, but it was really weird to see the responsible party come on here and assume fault for their actions. I agree with all who say it only takes a moment for everything to fall apart, but if you're telling truth of how it happened, it's a relief to know those facts. I'm a birth mom, giving up your child is never easy, but doing it because you know it's best for them is beautiful. I commend you for that. if you were truly unable to raise him properly, his life could have ended in a much more horrific way. ... go read some of the other articles, They make you look like a saint. ..
You are indeed responsible, it was your direct action that led to his loss, but what you did was not malicious or callous. I hope one day you find peace.
Do you mind if I ask how your parents handled all of this, how have they treated you afterward? You don't have to answer, I'm just kinda curious.
 
Well I did 2 years as part of the plea bargain since I didnt do anything intentionally and I did a year on parole but I didnt only loose my son, I lost my family. My mother, father, brothers and all their kids, I have no one. I cant find a job anywhere. I cant even get a job flipping burgers. I moved to a different state to find a job and got the same responses. I was engaged when this all happened and I found out he started seeing someone else while I was still in county jail. And no I am not having anymore babies. I had my one beautiful perfect baby and I dont think I can have another baby but Im ok with that.
 
Well I did 2 years as part of the plea bargain since I didnt do anything intentionally and I did a year on parole but I didnt only loose my son, I lost my family. My mother, father, brothers and all their kids, I have no one. I cant find a job anywhere. I cant even get a job flipping burgers. I moved to a different state to find a job and got the same responses. I was engaged when this all happened and I found out he started seeing someone else while I was still in county jail. And no I am not having anymore babies. I had my one beautiful perfect baby and I dont think I can have another baby but Im ok with that.
Well, McDonald's will hire you. They get a tax credit for hiring felons. True story.
 
You're going to get tons of shit from posters but you're right it could happen to anyone. That doesn't make it any less irresponsible to leave your toddler alone for even a minute around a pool but I'm glad you owned up to your mistake. Best of luck to you and your son from here on out.


ETA: Just realized the kid died.....Jesus, how'd you only get 2 years ?

Because judges give zero fucks about kids and have let actual monsters walk. Guy who beat 6 month old baby like a pinata? Yeah 90 days. There's several others in that same context, and while I don't have sympathy for Krystal... I am semi-pissed that she received 2 years for (i am assuming accidental manslaughter) and there's like a shit ton of other people who get less time but actively had a part in killing their child.
 
Hi i am not sure if you guys on here are aware of this or not but if you had questions about this case you really should ask the right people questions. That was me. And that was my son. The first problem wad they made alot of errors when typing that article. I was about to take my son outside. He was 3 and got into things. I did not have custody i let my parents have temp guardianship of him that turned into them adopting. That was because i had came to see that i was not going to be able to raise my son and i knew my parents could. They asked so i said yes. And all i did was go into the living room to get my phone. My son was not left alone for 15 min. And as for anyone who is mad at me. I spent 2 years in prison for this accident that could have happened to anyone including my parents but i am the one who has to live with the pain of knowing that i was irresponsible and that caused the loss of my baby's life. I should have gotten 15 and even that would not have been enough. I beat myself up everyday for it. So no matter how you feel or what you say just know this... no one in the whole world can punish me more then what i do everyday of my life. And no one can possibly be more mad then i do at myself just as much. But all i ask is if you are goi.g to say something about someone you knew nothing about please get the facts first. Educate yourself first.
I am going to respond to this as you are indeed who you say you are. There are several community pools in my neighborhood, about 3 years ago, a mother was with her friend and their children at the pool. There were several other adults along with their children at this pool. So just guessing, I'd say there were about 5-8 adults along with about 10 children. This is a large irregularly shaped pool with a "lazy river" feature. There is also a separate kiddie pool. This particular day, this boy was with a younger friend. I would say "Z's" age was about 5 and his friend was 3 or 4. The following is a conglomeration of witness's stories.

At about 3 in the afternoon, Z saw his friend struggling in water over her head. He attempted to help her get to the wall of the pool. He was under water for several minutes and lost consciousness. The girl was able to reach the wall and hand over hand was able to get to where she could get out. She summoned help and he was retrieved from the water. The wall mounted button 911 button was hit and CPR was performed. A helicopter was dispatched and he was transferred to the local children's hospital. He arrived about 18 minutes after his accident. He never regained consciousness. He died the next day.

What I wanted to put out there, was that with several adults, a bunch more children of every age range; the worst still happened. None of the adults were prosecuted for this accident. I pray that this never happens to anyone else. I also pray that God gives you whatever you need to continue with the rest of your life. Go with God, and may God bless you from now on.
 
I feel like we're not getting the whole story here. First, your sentence seems high for an accidental death. Second, why would everyone shun you for an accidental death. Last, mom and pop stores don't do background checks half the time, so the "I can't find work" seems sketchy. What are you leaving out? Not trying to be rude, just want the WHOLE story. If you're going to come here and defend yourself, expect to be scrutinized.
 
I am going to respond to this as you are indeed who you say you are. There are several community pools in my neighborhood, about 3 years ago, a mother was with her friend and their children at the pool. There were several other adults along with their children at this pool. So just guessing, I'd say there were about 5-8 adults along with about 10 children. This is a large irregularly shaped pool with a "lazy river" feature. There is also a separate kiddie pool. This particular day, this boy was with a younger friend. I would say "Z's" age was about 5 and his friend was 3 or 4. The following is a conglomeration of witness's stories.

At about 3 in the afternoon, Z saw his friend struggling in water over her head. He attempted to help her get to the wall of the pool. He was under water for several minutes and lost consciousness. The girl was able to reach the wall and hand over hand was able to get to where she could get out. She summoned help and he was retrieved from the water. The wall mounted button 911 button was hit and CPR was performed. A helicopter was dispatched and he was transferred to the local children's hospital. He arrived about 18 minutes after his accident. He never regained consciousness. He died the next day.

What I wanted to put out there, was that with several adults, a bunch more children of every age range; the worst still happened. None of the adults were prosecuted for this accident. I pray that this never happens to anyone else. I also pray that God gives you whatever you need to continue with the rest of your life. Go with God, and may God bless you from now on.
No my case was from cuyahoga falls ohio. I was at my parents house where my son was living
 
No i am not hiding anything. I moved to a little town that was built on mom and pop shops and i found nothing. I was charged with involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment i plead out to reckless homicide and they ran a psi on me. And ran my charges concurrent. The judge gave me my sentence. She felt she needed to make an example out of me and the level of attention given with child care.
 
Wow! A response with actual answers, no cussing, and no psychotic rambling. ... I'm lost demonites. I don't know how to respond to a civilized defender. @krystalk84 YOUR answers actually make sense. this is kinda a first for me.
 
Wow! A response with actual answers, no cussing, and no psychotic rambling. ... I'm lost demonites. I don't know how to respond to a civilized defender. @krystalk84 YOUR answers actually make sense. this is kinda a first for me.
We have these from time to time. But im sure someone will still come bash her for owning up.
 
She might be telling the truth. :)... Just sayin.....



~shadow
And thats exactly why i didnt give her an eye roll. She is acting like an ADULT, which seems like rarity among perpetrators . She had a lapse of judgement and she is owning it.
 
And thats exactly why i didnt give her an eye roll. She is acting like an ADULT, which seems like rarity among perpetrators . She had a lapse of judgement and she is owning it.



When I first tried to give this a good rating, I accidentally clicked the wrong button, so I had to undo it and click the right one. My apologies. Ulnar nerve damage in both hands. Sometimes my fingers don't do what I want them to do.

~shadow
 
When I first tried to give this a good rating, I accidentally clicked the wrong button, so I had to undo it and click the right one. My apologies. Ulnar nerve damage in both hands. Sometimes my fingers don't do what I want them to do.

~shadow
I have done that too. But I have no real reason, just sloppy typist lol
 
No i am not hiding anything. I moved to a little town that was built on mom and pop shops and i found nothing. I was charged with involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment i plead out to reckless homicide and they ran a psi on me. And ran my charges concurrent. The judge gave me my sentence. She felt she needed to make an example out of me and the level of attention given with child care.
As a parent I can't bash you there's nothing I can say that would make you feel better. I think you're here you're trapped in your own punishment and hopefully you're getting some type of counseling so that it can stop and you can start living because until you do that I don't think you can get ahead.

I think you are very remorseful about what happened. I respect that you didn give him away only to get with another man and have anoter child. So many women do that thinkIng they're gonna tie the man and when it doesn work the cycle repeats.


Good luck.
 
I tried to work at McDonalds and they wouldnt give me a straight answer why they would hire me. But I am still trying.
It's feasible they have enough workers right now. But there is a high turnover rate.
Also, it occurred to me that you may be applying at a corporate owned store. Much easier for a felon to get hired at a franchise.
 
@krystalk84
I believe you. And I have sympathy for you, your whole family and your little boy. It's accidents like this that tear families apart. You know what you did wrong and own it. You did what countless other parents do all of the time, but in your case the worst did happen. You did your time and continue to. You've learned from this and I hope you use your experience to help others understand how a momentary lapse of judgement can end in tragedy.

I also hope that someday your family finds it in their heart to forgive you. Just a sad story all around.
 
I see it this way. I have family and friends who have been around and who kicked me aside. The ones who truely know me and knows how much my son ment to me knows I would have never do anything on purpose. Those who are still by my side are the ones who knows me. I had a bad past and drugs were included. But when I let my parents keep my son I did it temporarily so I could get a job and get my own place. I quit cold turkey. I got a job. I even started training for a promotion I was put up for but didnt happen. After the second time that was when I told my parents to adopt my son. As far as my family goes I have to let them do their thing. When they decide they are ready to be apart of my life, then we will figure it out. But I am only worried about myself right now as far as they go. I miss them but I understand and I would probably act the same way had it been someone else in my place.
 
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