Supernanny Dad Phil Davis investigated for child abuse

Police in Ft. Lauderdale, FL are investigating a father who starred in the ABC reality show, Supernanny for child abuse.

Phil Davis, who aired with his family on the February 13 episode of the show, was seen on tape physically and verbally abusing his children. The children, who range in age from 2 to 14, were repeatedly cursed at by their father and one child was  struck in the face.

Authorities at the state Department of Children and Families are using the television episode as evidence, and are investigating to make sure that the children are still not being subjected to Mr. Davis’  inappropriate behavior.

According to The Braedenton Herald, an investigation is also being conducted by the Volusia County Sherrif’s office.

Jo takes on Phil Davis on tonight’s Supernanny

From ABC:

Phil Davis smacks his children and curses at them. He expects Debbra, a working mom, to handle all childcare responsibilities for their family, as well as cleaning the house, but she can never meet his standards and he offers no help. He ridicules stepdaughter Morgan, 15, for dressing provocatively when she dresses modestly. Chaotic mornings filled with yelling and lots of childcare duties have resulted in Morgan, an excellent student, being late for school almost every day this term. Jo tells Phil that his behavior is going to break his children’s spirits. Can Supernanny get these two parents on the same page, help them learn alternatives to their ineffective ways and have them lead in a more positive manner?

Update: Phil Davis is currently being investigated because of this episode. Click here to read the full story..