Moab couple accused of child torture pleads no contest to reduced charges

What happened

A Moab couple and their stepson pleaded no contest to reduced charges of child abuse after being accused of starving and torturing a child in their care. The child was removed from their custody in October 2025 and is now in foster care.

Timeline

1. Oct 6, 2:37 PM ABC 4 Moab couple accused of child torture pleads no contest to reduced charges
2. Oct 6, 3:52 PM The Times-Independent (Moab) Parents charged with child torture plead no contest

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