Former Family Vlogger Ruby Franke Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Child Abuse: Reports

Former family YouTuber Ruby Franke has pleaded guilty to four counts of child abuse, including aggravated child abuse, as part of a plea deal. Franke, known for her YouTube channel "8Passengers," was arrested in August after her 12-year-old son escaped and was found emaciated and covered in wounds. Franke's lawyers claim she was led astray by her podcasting partner, Jodi Hildebrandt, who isolated her from her family and influenced her sense of morality. Franke will be sentenced in January, and prison time is possible. Her husband has filed for divorce.