(Richmond, IN)--Multiple people close to the situation at Wernle Youth and Family Services in Richmond have indicated this week that the downward spiral at that organization is continuing.  Recently, according to an Indiana Department of Child Services spokesperson, Wernle was formally placed on probation by the state.  That probation meant that operations would be closely monitored with surprise inspections as often as once a week.   This week, DCS returned to Wernle and removed more children.  Earlier this month, DCS indicated Wernle was down to just nine children.  DCS has not yet indicated how many more were removed this week or exactly why the removal took place.  Wernle has not responded to contacts regarding the probationary status.