The mother of a missing Manitowoc County boy appeared in court on Friday.
Elijah Vue’s mother, Katrina Baur was in court Friday, Feb. 23., for a referred charge of child neglect, according to Manitowoc County Clerk of Courts.
Jessie Vang, who was the last to see the child is facing the same charge.
The probable cause documents in the case are sealed -- but parts of them were read in open court on Friday.
“She intentionally sent that child for disciplinary reasons for more than a week to the residence,” Jacalyn Labre, district attorney for Manitowoc County said."She was aware of the tactics used and the lack of care provided. This was an intentional thing by her."
Yolanda Godfrey, a member of the Two Rivers community, was among the many people who showed up to show support for Elijah.
“The whole community is tied to this,” Godfrey said. “We cannot just sit around and not do anything.”
Investigators are asking neighbors to check security camera video -- and around their properties for any sign of him.
Crews searching for Vue are not giving up hope.
"As a mother of three grown sons and having three grandchildren ... I wouldn't give up for my own kids," Laurie Hamblin, a search party organizer said. "Why would I give up now?"
Baur and Vang are both held on bond.
Both are expected to be in court again on Monday, Feb 26.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Two Rivers Police Department at 920-686-7200.
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