Trial of Religious Sect Accused in Child's Death Begins in Australia

Fourteen members, including parents, face charges for allegedly denying medical care to diabetic girl

Elizabeth Struhs, 8, died in January 2022 after allegedly being denied insulin by her parents and their religious group.
The group, known as 'The Saints,' believed prayer would heal her, foregoing medical treatment.
Two members, including the girl's father, face murder charges; twelve others are charged with manslaughter.
All defendants are representing themselves and have entered no pleas, which the court interprets as not guilty.
The trial, expected to last three months, will be heard by a judge due to its complexity and media attention.