Michigan Teen Abandoned in Jamaica Finds Support from Paris Hilton
Elijah Goldman, left in Jamaica by his adoptive parents after his school was shut down for abuse, is now back in Michigan with the help of advocates.
- Elijah Goldman, 17, was left in Jamaica by his adoptive parents after his boarding school was closed due to abuse allegations.
- Paris Hilton, an advocate against abusive child welfare programs, has been vocal in her support for Elijah, urging local resources to help him.
- Elijah endured severe abuse at the Atlantic Leadership Academy, including beatings and waterboarding, before the school was shut down in March.
- After months in Jamaican group homes, Elijah was flown back to the U.S. but faced uncertainty about his living situation.
- A foster parent in Traverse City has stepped forward to take Elijah in, and his adoptive parents did not object to the arrangement.