One of three women charged in the fatal beating of a 5-year-old Licking County boy at a Middletown motel has pleaded guilty to murder. 29-year-old Rachel Bostian also pleaded guilty to child endangering. Sentencing is scheduled for September 12. Alexander Stephens died from his injuries April 29. The mother, Theresa Hawkins-Stephens, has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges. Bostian's mother, Ramona, has pleaded guilty to an obstruction of justice charge.
Guilty Plea Entered In Death Of Licking County Boy
Middletown Police
