ROMULUS, Mich. (AP) - A woman and her boyfriend who were arrested in Georgia have been denied bail as they face charges in the death of a 4-year-old girl in southeastern Michigan.
Candice Diaz and Brad Fields appeared in court by video Saturday to hear the charges against them, including murder, torture and child abuse. A magistrate entered not-guilty pleas.
Diaz’ daughter, Gabrielle Barrett, was found dead on New Year’s Day with severe burns and other injuries at their home in Wayne County’s Sumpter Township.
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Diaz and Fields were arrested in Georgia on Jan. 9 and returned to Michigan. Fields’ attorney, Tim Wrather, asked for bond, saying the charges are “merely allegations” against his client. The magistrate declined.
Diaz asked for a court-appointed lawyer. Both say they have a history of mental health problems.
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