Prosecutors do not plan to proceed with charges against a Bradenton Beach woman arrested in mid-October for alleged child abuse.
The Bradenton Beach Police Department arrested Laura Campanello, 44, Oct. 16 in the 1800 block of Gulf Drive North, on two complaints of felony child abuse.
A police report stated that a relative visiting Bradenton Beach became concerned for the children’s well-being after witnessing Campanello’s verbal abuse.
In interviews, investigators were told that Campanello had repeatedly slapped, punched and kicked the children, leaving them bruised and battered.
Investigators also were told that the woman verbally abused the children and abused drugs.
Campanello, who pleaded not guilty, demanded a jury trial.
However, a case action notice filed by the state attorney’s office indicated that formal charges won’t be filed.