A 3-year-old boy adopted from Texas reportedly died on January 9 , 2010 . He suffered `` inhuman abuse '' at the hands of his adoptive parents , says a American official . Authorities in the United States are investigating the allegations of abuse . `` The Department of State takes very seriously the welfare of children , particularly children who have been adopted from other countries , '' she said . His death comes amid tension between Texas and Russia over adoptions .
A 3-year-old boy adopted from Texas reportedly died on January 9 , 2010 . He suffered `` inhuman abuse '' at the hands of his adoptive parents , says a American official . Authorities in the United States are investigating the allegations of abuse . His death comes amid tension between Texas and Russia over adoptions .