Who Is Ruby Franke, The Mother Behind The 8 Passengers YouTube Channel Recently Taken Into Custody On Charges Related To Abuse?

The arrest came about after authorities discovered a child who was malnourished and had wounds with duct tape found on their extremities.Frankes detainment also involved her business partner and collaborator Jodi Hildebrandt. Hildebrandt is known as the founder of ConneXions, an organization that offers life counseling services and has garnered controversy. Together Franke and Hildebrandt created videos providing advice. Critics argue that their content promotes a parenting approach.

This isn't the time Franke has faced criticism, for her parenting vlogs which have since been removed from online platforms. Viewers have long accused Franke and her husband Kevin of engaging in behavior.Neither Ruby Franke nor Jodi Hildebrandt have responded to requests for comments via emails or phone calls. It remains unclear whether they have representation at this time.As news of these arrests spreads it raises questions about this family influencer. Prompts us to explore more about Ruby Franke and the 8 Passengers YouTube channel.

Who Is Ruby Franke And what Does 8 Passengers Represent?

Ruby Franke along with her husband initiated their family oriented YouTube channel called 8 Passengers back in 2015. The channel aimed to document the lives of the parents along with their six children; Shari, Chad, Abby, Julie, Russell and Eve. Over time the channel gained popularity with 2.3 million subscribers.
Like YouTube family channels, 8 Passengers primarily centered around Ruby and Kevin Frankes approach to parenting as well as their children's upbringing and discipline in Utah. The parents, who are part of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints also shared insights into their children's homeschooling journey.

As of Thursday the YouTube channel was not accessible. YouTube has not yet responded to a request for comment regarding the removal and the reasons behind it. Forbes previously reported that the channel had been taken down this year.

Kevin Franke referred NBC News to his attorney, Randy Kester. However there has been no response from Randy Kester. NBC News also reached out to Ruby and Kevin Frankes adult children, Shari Frankie and Chad Franke. Shari Franke hasn't responded to requests for comment at this time. Chad Franke is currently unavailable for comment.

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What are the criticisms against the Frankes?

Family channels, which typically showcase parents raising their infants, toddlers and young children have become a part of the YouTube community in years. Some parents have even lost custody of their children when viewers reported concerns about their behavior to authorities. Others have faced scrutiny for exploiting their children in order to gain more views.Despite gaining a following over time the Frankes have faced criticism in recent years including allegations of child abuse.

What is the response from Frankes' family?

Shari Franke, who is the child, among the Frankes posted an Instagram Story on Wednesday evening mentioning that it had been quite a day."We are really relieved that justice is being served " mentioned the article. "We have been continuously reaching out to the police and CPS for a time trying to make them understand the situation. It's such a relief that they have finally taken action."

Elle Mechem, Julie Griffiths Deru and Bonnie Hoellein, three women claiming to be Ruby Frankes sisters and also known as family influencers recently posted together on Instagram expressing their belief that her arrest was necessary."In the 3 years we have chosen to stay silent regarding our sister Ruby Franke for the well being of her children " the post stated. "Behind doors we have made every effort to ensure the safety of the kids."

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