Sophia’s maternal grandmother (Janice) brought Sophia to the hospital on 11-8-17, because Janice noticed both of Sophia's ear was red, swollen, inflamed, and protruding out more than normal. Sophia has rashes on both of her legs. Sophia has a red mark on her back. Sophia went to visit her father (Phillip) at his home. Sophia returned to Janice's home on 11-07-17. Sophia was complaining about her ears hurting. Janice pulled Sophia's hair back and noticed her ears. Janice rushed Sophia to the hospital. Sophia told the doctor that, “He father hit her with a shovel.” Janice stated that: “Sophia was showed a q-tips and she calling a q-tips a shovel. Phillips was digging in her ears with the q-tips. It is unknown why and when. Sophia is alleged
