New details emerge in case involving Heather and Seth Day, accused of child abuse
October 20, 2026 at 12:01 PM MT · via ChurchLeaders · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Court filings and reporting reveal new allegations in the high-profile case of Heather Thompson Day and Seth Day, who are accused of abuse. The couple's case has drawn scrutiny from ex-Mormon communities and legal watchdogs tracking institutional responses to abuse allegations.
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