The Guardian World · Oct 14, 2026

Child safety officer incorrectly assessed Elizabeth Struhs as ‘safe’ day after she was admitted to hospital in coma

Inquest into death of eight-year-old Queensland girl who was denied insulin by her religious parents told her case was complex A child safety officer incorrectly assessed Elizabeth Struhs as “safe” one day after she arrived at hospital in a coma and nearly died due to the neglect of her parents, a coroner’s court has heard.