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California couple arrested in surrogacy child-abuse case involving 21 kids

Los Angeles County district attorney called the case "unprecedented" and "horrific" after arrests in a surrogacy scheme tied to at least 21 children.

Published Oct 6, 2026, 3:11 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

A “despicable” California couple has been arrested on child abuse charges in a surrogacy scheme involving at least 21 kids, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced Tuesday.