Pamela Reed.Photo:Noble County Sheriff’s Office/Facebook
Noble County Sheriff’s Office/Facebook
According to astatement from Noble County Sheriff’s Office, Pamela Reed had been “publicly portray[ing]” her daughter “to be fighting cancer.”
“Several local organizations had participated in fundraising efforts and had made monetary contributions to help the family offset medical expenses,” the police statement added.
They also noted one local organization had donated $8,000 to the family “to aid…cancer treatment expenses.”
“After obtaining information, Sheriff Mackie, along with Detectives and Children Services, began an investigation into the allegation, they were able to confirm that the child did not have cancer," added the statement.
A Facebook profile called“Our ‘Rae’ of Sunshine - Team Addey Rae”was also created to raise funds for the girl’s treatment, including a “Hog roast benefit for Addey Reed” in October 2023.
The profile was used to update followers about Addey-Rae’s treatment and condition and included images of her in the hospital.
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