‘Unimaginable suffering’: Missing four-year-old girl found allegedly tortured

A missing girl has been found with significant injuries south of Brisbane.

The four-year-old was allegedly tortured by a woman over an extended period and hidden across multiple properties.

Police reportedly found her suffering from burns, fractures, bruising and disfigurement on January 9 following an extensive investigation.

The child has been taken to Logan Hospital for treatment.

She has since been taken to Logan Hospital for treatment.

“The alleged physical abuse this little girl endured is amongst the worst I have seen in my career,” Detective Acting Inspector Kent Ellis said in a statement.

“Her injuries are horrific and highlight the unimaginable suffering she has experienced.

“The initial response … saved this child’s life.”

A Queensland Police spokesperson told Brisbane Times the girl was known to be missing and officers were actively investigating her whereabouts when she was found.

A 32-year-old woman has been refused bail and will appear in court again on March 19. She is facing more than two dozen charges relating to torture, assault and drug supply.

Police alleged the child was tortured over an extended period, and the adult moved her across multiple addresses to avoid detection.

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