Mother and Relatives Charged in Death of 12-Year-Old Girl Found in Storage Bin at Abandoned Connecticut Home

Oct 15, 2025 02:46 am CST

The mother, sister, and boyfriend of 12-year-old Jacqueline "Mimi" Torres Garcia face serious charges after her remains were discovered in a storage bin outside an abandoned Connecticut home. Police report the child suffered prolonged abuse and malnourishment before her death in fall 2023, with investigators believing her body was kept in a family basement before being relocated. The ongoing investigation reveals a disturbing case of family violence that has shocked the New Britain community.