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New Jersey child murder investigation
Overview
Authorities in Paulsboro, New Jersey, have charged India Miller, 27, and Sean Scott, 45, with murder following the death of 9-year-old Maya Thomas.
Prosecutors allege the couple provided a false report claiming the child was struck by a vehicle while walking a dog. However, investigators noted that surveillance footage showed no vehicle traffic in the area at the time of the reported incident. A medical examiner ruled the death a homicide, citing multiple blunt-force injuries—including facial trauma, broken ribs, and a ruptured colon—that were inconsistent with a car accident.
The autopsy revealed injuries in various stages of healing, which investigators suggest indicates a pattern of prolonged abuse. In addition to murder charges, the pair faces counts of child endangerment, making a fictitious report, and hindering prosecution. Investigators are also looking into allegations of physical and sexual abuse.
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesNew Jersey couple charged with murder in death of 9-year-old girl
A New Jersey mother and stepfather face murder charges after authorities determined a 9-year-old girl died from blunt-force injuries, contradicting their claims that she was hit by a car.
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[CRIME] 5 sourcesNew Jersey couple charged with murder in death of 9-year-old daughter
A New Jersey couple is charged with murder after allegedly beating their 9-year-old daughter to death and falsely claiming she was hit by a car in Paulsboro.
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