Logan: Queensland Police charge woman with torture and assault of four-year-old girl
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A 32-year-old woman has been charged over horrific allegations of torture and assault against a four-year-old girl, in a case police describe as among the worst they have seen.
Acting on a tip off about a young girl suffering significant injuries, Queensland detectives established a high-risk missing person investigation, code named Operation Xray Cinder, to find her.
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She was eventually located on January 9 and taken to Logan Hospital where medical staff documented extensive injuries, including bruising, burns, fractures, and disfigurement.
It is alleged the woman, who was arrested on January 24, tried to conceal the child and her injuries by moving her to various addresses.
She has now been charged with a total of 29 offences, including: six counts of assault occasioning bodily harm (domestic violence offence), 18 counts of supplying dangerous drugs and one count each of torture (domestic violence offence), grievous bodily harm (domestic violence offence), fail to supply the necessaries, possess utensils or pipes etc that had been used and possess property suspected of having been used in connection with the commission of a drug offence.
Detective Acting Inspector Kent Ellis said the alleged abuse endured by the girl was “amongst the worst I have seen in my career”.
“Her injuries are horrific and highlight the unimaginable suffering she has experienced,” he said.
“The initial response of general duties officers, coupled with the comprehensive investigation by CPIU detectives, saved this child’s life.
“This case highlights the importance of community vigilance. If members of the public are aware of or suspect child abuse, they are encouraged to report it to police.”
The woman was denied police bail and remains in custody.
She is due to appear at Beenleigh Magistrates Court on March 19.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic and family violence, you should report it to police.
If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, phone 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) or the Crisis Care Helpline on 1800 199 008.
