
Lawsuits Challenge CPS’s Actions in 5-Year-Old’s Death
Detroit, Michigan, January 17, 2026 Recent lawsuits have been filed against Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services and Child Protective Services, asserting that the agencies returned 5-year-old Ethan Belcher to a hazardous home environment, contributing to his tragic death. Advocates and community leaders are calling for significant reforms in the








