CRIMEOHIO CAPITAL JOURNAL
It was supposed to be a haven for troubled teens. They risked everything to escape.
Paitin Pahoundis and Samantha Primeau attempted to escape the Fox Run Center for Children and Adolescents, a facility marked by staff assaults, self-harm incidents, and harsh conditions. The teens faced severe challenges during their escape, including losing possessions and enduring physical pain, but were ultimately recaptured by police.
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