9-Year-Old Boy Survives Alone for 2 Years

In southwestern France, a 9-year-old boy was abandoned by his mother, forced to fend for himself in their apartment for two years.

Despite enduring harsh conditions without electricity or heat, he continued attending school, supported only by compassionate neighbors who occasionally brought food.

Nights were particularly challenging without proper heating. His mother lived nearby but rarely visited. It took months for neighbors to alert authorities. The mother was sentenced to jail time for abandonment.

Now a teenager in foster care, he refuses further contact with her. His resilience and determination to persevere through adversity and pursue education are truly remarkable, deserving of support and admiration.