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Stepfather who allegedly tortured, starved and beat stepson, 16, charged with murder

Last updated: February 21, 2025 11:06 pm
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A tragic incident in Illinois has left the community in shock as a 16-year-old boy, Daniel Garza, was found brutally beaten, burned, starved, and ultimately succumbed to his injuries a week later. His stepfather, Steven Griffin, 44, has been indicted on first-degree murder charges and other related offenses in connection to the heinous abuse and torture inflicted on the teenager.

According to reports from the Sangamon County State’s Attorney’s Office, Griffin is accused of subjecting Garza to a prolonged period of torment, including throwing hot water on him, striking him with nunchucks, stomping on his ankle, and depriving him of adequate food and water. The extent of the abuse resulted in the teen suffering from blunt force trauma to his head and body, as well as severe malnutrition.

When Garza was rushed to St. John’s Hospital on January 27, he weighed a mere 94 pounds and had a dangerously low body temperature of 86 degrees. The medical examination revealed a range of injuries, including a brain bleed, burns on his face, neck, and chest, extensive bruising, and fractures to his shoulder blade and ankle. Despite efforts to save him, Garza’s condition continued to deteriorate, and he was transferred to a children’s hospital and later to Indianapolis for specialized care, where he tragically passed away on February 7.

In addition to the murder charges, Griffin is also facing allegations of aggravated battery, aggravated domestic battery, endangering the life or health of a child, and abuse or criminal neglect of a person with a disability. Furthermore, he is implicated in a separate case involving sexual abuse and exploitation of a 16-year-old girl.

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The shocking details of this case serve as a stark reminder of the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals from abuse and neglect. As the community mourns the loss of Daniel Garza, authorities are working diligently to ensure that justice is served for the senseless tragedy that befell the young teenager.

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