A shocking case of child neglect has led to the arrest of 48-year-old Tony Mayner in Sarasota, Florida, after his three sons, aged 10, 11, and 14, were found living in “horrid” conditions.
Mayner is facing three charges of child neglect without great bodily harm. The situation is particularly concerning as the arrest came two months after police and community partners provided extensive assistance to help Mayner clean the home and re-enroll the children in school.
The initial intervention took place in September 2025, when Sarasota Police officers from the Homeless Outreach Team stopped at the residence in the 1700 block of 23rd Street. Officers grew concerned after observing the home was in extreme disarray through the windows…