Wealthy Couple on Trial for Allegedly Starving Teen Daughter

Parents accused of neglecting medical care and falsifying records as their 17-year-old daughter appeared severely malnourished.

The Floreat couple faces charges of grievous bodily harm and forgery, with the father admitting to forging records.
Their daughter, homeschooled and isolated, was reportedly treated like a young child and appeared malnourished, weighing only 23 kilograms.
The Department of Communities intervened after dance instructors raised concerns about the girl's health and appearance.
Prosecutors allege the parents ignored medical advice, attributing the girl's condition to a vegan diet and family traits.
Hospitalization led to the girl gaining weight and height, while contact with her parents was limited due to their concerning behavior.