CHILD MALTREATMENT A SERIOUS CONCERN

As the nation continues to confront growing concerns surrounding child safety and protection, the Children's Authority is warning that abuse and neglect often occur silently and in many different forms. Team Lead of the Assessment Unit at the Children's Authority of Trinidad and Tobago, Ahhalia Ramdass, says child maltreatment can include many forms of neglect, as well as abuse.

TV6's Nicole M Romany has the story.