An 11-year-old girl who was found dead after living in a church has been identified as the victim of severe physical abuse. The pastor of the church, who allegedly perpetrated the abuse, has been arrested and charged with "child abuse resulting in death." The girl, whose name has not been released, was found dead on the 2nd of last month at a church in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province. According to the police, the girl had been living at the church for about a year. During that time, she was subjected to severe physical abuse by the 55-year-old pastor, identified as Kim. The police investigation found that the girl suffered severe injuries, including a fractured skull and multiple bruises, before her death. Kim has been indicted on charges of child abuse resulting in death and is currently being held in custody. The case has sparked widespread outrage and calls for greater protection for vulnerable children. The police have not released further details about the case, citing the need to protect the victim's privacy.
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