Couple accused of torturing, killing Genesis Mata to appear in court on Thursday

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield couple accused of torturing and killing their daughter, Genesis Mata, are set to appear in court Thursday for a readiness hearing.

Mata Junior and Graciela Bustamonte face seven felony charges, including murder, child cruelty, and torture, in connection with the death of 8-year-old Genesis Mata in August.

Genesis was Mata Junior’s daughter and…..

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