Roderick RJ Arrington was 7 when he died on November 29, 2012, in Las Vegas, Nevada, after suffering severe abuse. He had recently moved from Bloomington, Illinois, to live with his mother, Dina Palmer, and his stepfather, Markiece Palmer. The boy was beaten by both adults when he failed to read a Bible passage and complete homework; reported weapons used included belts, a spatula, and a wooden paddle.

RJ was taken to hospital unresponsive with severe bruising, open wounds, and brain swelling and later died of his injuries. Both parents were charged with his murder. The case raised questions about how such prolonged, extreme discipline went undetected and why intervention did not occur earlier.

If anyone knew RJ, his family, or saw signs of abuse before November 29, 2012, please share information that could help clarify what happened.