Department of child serviecs

According to the DCS's annual report, 44 of the deaths were due to neglect and 17 due to abuse.

One county in southern Indiana met just 53 percent of the need.

The panel could have made recommendations to change laws and policies to improve child safety. However, its final report only suggested topics for further study.

Several foster children sued the Department of Child Services, claiming the agency failed to get them permanent placements or adequate care.