Orange City, Iowa — A Hawarden mother and stepfather who are facing felony charges — appear to have decided to plead guilty in a plea agreement.
According to court records, 34-year-old Nina Spaans’ 11-year-old told a teacher he was being abused over a year ago, on February 3rd, 2017.
Court records say authorities believe that 36-year-old Matthew Spaans abused his 11-year-old stepson, causing injuries. Authorities also believe Nina Spaans told the boy to make up stories about how the injuries were received.
Both Matthew and Nina Spaans are charged with three counts each of Child Endangerment Causing Bodily Injury, a class D felony. Court records indicate that both have now filed written pleas of guilty. A plea-taking and sentencing hearing has been scheduled for Monday, April 2nd in Sioux County District Court.
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