A West Valley City couple is facing child torture charges over their alleged treatment of their 5-year-old daughter, whose weight was that of an 18-month-old, according to medical professionals.
The child’s father and stepmother, who FOX 13 News is not naming to protect the identity of the girl, were arrested Monday on one count each of Child Torture.
According to court documents, the 5-year-old victim, identified in documents as “R.C.”, was brought to the hospital due to her inability to gain weight. She was later admitted when it was found that her heart rate was extremely low…