Summary
A couple in Wrexham, Wales, was sentenced to eight years in prison for the death of their 32-year-old daughter, Steffie Davies, who was found in severely neglected conditions. Steffie suffered from anxiety and rarely left home; she died from sepsis due to infected pressure sores, low body weight, and poor nutrition.
Key Facts
- Alan and Bernita Davies were sentenced to eight years in prison.
- Their daughter, Steffie, was found dead in May 2023 in poor health and unsanitary living conditions.
- Steffie weighed five stone nine pounds (about 36 kg) and was 5 feet 7 inches tall.
- She had pressure sores and joint issues preventing her from eating or drinking without help.
- Steffie was found in a bedroom in a bad state, while the rest of the house was clean.
- Her death was due to sepsis from infected sores, low weight, and malnutrition.
- The couple admitted to causing or allowing their daughter's death.
- They were initially charged with gross negligence manslaughter, but pleaded guilty to the lesser charge.
