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Police: Parents Didn't Give Meds To Daughter Who Died Of Pneumonia Because They Don't Believe In Medical Treatment

BERKS COUNTY, Pa. (CBS) -- Two parents in Berks County have been arrested after police say they did not give medication to their 2-year-old daughter who died of pneumonia.

District Attorney John Adams will hold a press conference Wednesday afternoon to announce the arrests of Jonathan and Grace Foster.

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According to police, the Fosters indicated to them they do not believe in medications and doctors due to their faith. They are members of the non-denominational church Faith Tabernacle.

As part of their faith, they do not believe in any medical treatment.

Their daughter, Ella, died on Nov. 8 from pneumonia at their Upper Tulpehocken Township home.

The parents have been charged with involuntary manslaughter and endangering welfare of children.

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