Charges dropped against couple accused of faking pregnancy

Monday, September 30, 2019
Charges have been dropped against a couple accused of faking a pregnancy and infant death to collect sympathy donations.

Kaycee and Geoffrey Lang were charged last month after police say a friend reported to authorities that something did not seem right.
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According to the criminal complaint, the Langs claimed their newborn son died hours after he was born in July.

Police said the couple posted pictures of what appeared to be a baby doll and claimed it was their son before starting a GoFundMe account, according to WTAE.

The couple was facing charges in Westmoreland and Somerset county, but the charges in Westmoreland were withdrawn.
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The District Attorney's Office in Somerset County said the two counties agreed to prosecute the couple in Somerset only.

Charges are expected to be re-filed against the Langs soon.
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