Justice Burns highlighted an 'egregious departure from the standard of care' by the victim's parents and congregation members, which contributed to Elizabeth's death.

Elizabeth's sister, Jayde Struhs, expressed relief at the verdict but criticized the system for not protecting Elizabeth sooner, emphasizing the need for better intervention.

Elizabeth Struhs, an eight-year-old girl, died in early January 2022 due to diabetic ketoacidosis after her insulin treatment was withheld by her family and their religious sect, believing that God would heal her.

The sect, known as 'The Saints', relied solely on prayer and song for Elizabeth's healing, rejecting medical help during her illness.

After Elizabeth stopped breathing, her father, Jason Struhs, delayed calling for emergency services for 36 hours, maintaining faith in divine intervention.

In a recent ruling, a Queensland court found Jason Struhs and sect leader Brendan Stevens guilty of manslaughter, while acquitting them of murder charges.

The trial lasted for two months, featuring testimonies from numerous witnesses, and concluded with the manslaughter verdict against the sect members.

All 14 defendants, including Elizabeth's mother and brother, have been remanded in custody and are scheduled for sentencing on February 11, 2025, facing a maximum of life in prison.

The trial revealed the sect's strict religious practices, including isolation from outsiders and a strong condemnation of modern medicine.

Despite their beliefs, Jason Struhs eventually called for an ambulance, stating he felt at peace with their decision, while his wife continued to express faith in divine healing.

Justice Martin Burns noted that the prosecution failed to prove that the father and leader acted with reckless indifference to life, attributing their actions to the sect's insular beliefs.

Justice Burns stated that Elizabeth's death was 'inevitable' due to the sect's refusal to administer insulin or seek medical care, underscoring the tragic consequences of their beliefs.