CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - New developments have emerged in a case that has sent shockwaves through the community. A 9-year-old boy and a 10-year-old girl are accused of attempted murder and rape in a brutal attack on a 5-year-old victim.

Both suspects were scheduled to appear in juvenile court Wednesday morning, but only one showed up.

Wednesday morning, the 10-year-old girl, accused of unthinkable crimes, entered the courtroom wearing a face mask and a pink coat. She remained silent as the prosecutor outlined the charges.

A family member sat behind the accused during the hearing. Judge Kristin Sweeney placed the 10-year-old on home detention with an electronic monitor.

The victim’s mother, Antavia Kennibrew, was present in court and understandably emotional.

“This type of behavior doe

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