Man admits to abusing girl at Billings Youth Care Facility
Author: Paul Hamby
Summary:
Drew Alec Kinnin, a former staff member at River’s Edge Youth Home in Billings, Montana, pleaded guilty to charges related to sexually abusing a teenage girl in his care in 2023. The facility was operated by Youth Dynamics, which has since merged with Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch. Other residents reported concerns, leading to an investigation and a criminal case. A related civil lawsuit was filed and later settled. Kinnin’s sentencing is pending. Another former employee at the merged facility is also facing charges in a separate case involving inappropriate contact with youth.