  David Allen Turpin and Louise Anna Turpin, who pleaded guilty to torturing their children, among other crimes | |
| Duration | 1988–2018 |
|---|---|
| Location | Perris, California, U.S. |
| Convicted | David Allen Turpin and Louise Ann Turpin |
| Charges | Torture, false imprisonment, abuse of a dependent adult, child abuse |
| Verdict | Guilty |
| Sentence | 25 years to life with the possibility of parole after 22 years[1] |
The Turpin case involved the abuse of children and dependent adults by their biological parents, David and Louise Turpin of Perris, California, U.S. The ages of the 13 victims ranged from 2 to 29 years old. On January 14, 2018, one of the daughters, then-17-year-old Jordan Turpin, escaped and called local police, who then raided the residence and discovered disturbing evidence. Given the number of dependents involved, the degree of abuse, and the protracted nature occurring over decades, the story garnered significant national and international news. Experts in family abuse considered the case to be extraordinary for many reasons.
In February 2019, both Turpin parents pleaded guilty on 14 felony counts, including abuse of a dependent adult, child abuse, torture, and false imprisonment.[2] In April, they were sentenced to life imprisonment with the possibility of parole after 25 years.[1][3]
- ^ a b Metz, Sam (April 19, 2019). "Parole reform gives older Californians, including David and Louise Turpin, hope for early release". The Desert Sun. Retrieved January 31, 2023.
- ^ "Turpin captivity case: California parents admit torture". BBC News. February 22, 2019. Retrieved February 27, 2019.
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