Dickens, 38, reportedly called 911 and turned himself in, allegedly telling investigators that he did not torture the children, but “over-punished” them, WBTV reported, citing local authorities. PEOPLE has reached out to the Johnston County Sheriff's Office for comment on the case. Another 3-year-old child was discovered inside the home unharmed, and has since been placed in protective custody, the outlet reported, citing the Johnston County Sheriff's Office. Dickens allegedly told police that the first victim was the 5-year-old girl, per the outlet. Dickens allegedly told police he believed the final two victims, 10-year-old and 18-year-old boys, died as a result of malnutrition, WBTV reports, citing police.