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San Antonio Couple Charged With Capital Murder in 10-Year-Old’s Death

An affidavit, along with a preliminary autopsy, details alleged long-term confinement with severe injuries as authorities continue the investigation.

Overview

  • Christina Miranda, 32, and Jonathan Miranda, 34, were arrested on warrants and booked into Bexar County jail, each held on $1.5 million bail.
  • Police say 10-year-old Michael Miranda was found unresponsive on Sept. 24 at a home on Cielo Ranch and was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Investigators allege the child was confined to a laundry room for at least a year and was beaten frequently, including after soiling himself, based on witness statements and evidence recovered.
  • Medical findings cited in the affidavit describe malnutrition, extensive bruising, fractured ribs at different stages of healing, injuries to both legs, a severely dislocated arm, and a rectal prolapse.
  • The medical examiner believes a laceration in the lower intestine likely caused by severe blunt-force trauma led to death, while the official cause and manner remain pending; police say they also obtained video of alleged abuse and are assessing other children from the home.