What is turpin family?

The Turpin family is a family of notorious criminals who gained media attention in January 2018 when their 13 children were discovered to have been imprisoned, starved, and abused in their home in Perris, California. David and Louise Turpin were arrested and charged with multiple counts of child abuse, torture, and false imprisonment.

The children, who ranged in age from 2 to 29 at the time of their rescue, were malnourished, shackled to furniture, and denied access to basic necessities such as food and hygiene. They were rescued after one of the siblings, a 17-year-old girl, managed to escape and contact the authorities.

The Turpin family regularly moved around the United States and home-schooled their children, which allowed them to keep their abuse hidden from the public for many years. The case shocked the nation and raised questions about the lack of oversight and regulations surrounding homeschooling and child welfare in the United States.

As of 2021, David and Louise Turpin are serving life sentences in prison for their crimes. The 13 children have been placed in foster care and are working on rebuilding their lives after years of trauma and abuse.