Mecklenburg County, N.C., Director of Child, Family and Adult Services Kim Henderson has resigned after nearly three years, amid scrutiny over 6-year-old Dominique Moody’s death.
Moody Case Background
Police found Moody in December 2025, weighing just 27 pounds, confined in a dog cage with duct tape in a chaotic Lancaster County home. Attorney Ben Crump highlighted five ignored DSS reports, blasting inaction: “Stevie Wonder would see the abuse if you just did your job.” County officials haven’t disclosed the last DSS visit.
Resignation Timing
Spokesperson insists it’s unrelated to Moody, praising Henderson’s “dedication and compassion.” Chairman Mark Jerrell vows a full probe into processes, stressing accountability. Deputy Director Letecia Loadholt steps in as interim. Henderson’s past includes a 2022 exit from Charlotte’s Racial Equity Initiative over Ohio audit-flagged $3.8B fraud in her prior role—no charges then either.
Tragic failure in child welfare echoes national DSS crises; county promises answers to prevent repeats. Heartbreaking loss for Moody’s circle.
