A man from Illinois is being accused of multiple offenses, such as murder, in relation to claims that prolonged mistreatment and maltreatment resulted in the tragic death of his 16-year-old stepson.
Steven Griffin, aged 44, has been formally charged with eight allegations, which involve first-degree murder, following the passing of his stepson, Daniel Garza, as confirmed by Sangamon County State’s Attorney John Milhiser.
Griffin allegedly failed to provide adequate food and water and caused blunt force injuries to Daniel’s body and head, leading to the boy’s death.
Prosecutors said the teenager died from blunt force trauma to his head and body and starvation. (iStock)
Additionally, Griffin is facing accusations of endangering a child’s well-being and mistreating or neglecting a disabled individual. In another legal matter concerning a 16-year-old girl from Springfield, he is confronting distinct charges, including aggravated criminal sexual misconduct and inappropriate solicitation of a minor.
Kristin Griffin has also been charged with endangering the life or health of a child and abuse or criminal neglect of a person with a disability in connection with her son’s death.
