CPS files to get custody of boy, 5, stabbed by his mom

MAGNOLIA, TX

Michael Spurlock, 5, remains in a medically-induced coma after undergoing surgery. Investigators say his mother cut his throat before stabbing and severely beating him.

Daphne Spurlock is charged with attempted capital murder. Her husband told police his wife believed the child was possessed. No bond has been set for Daphne Spurlock, 45.

We worked on this story with our Houston Community Newspaper partner, The Magnolia Potpourri.

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