Parents charged with murder in death of girl, 2, in Homer Glen, Will County sheriff says

HOMER GLEN, Ill. (WLS) -- A Homer Glen couple has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of their young daughter, the Will County Sheriff's Office said.

Charges were upgraded Monday against Edward Weiher,49, and Alexa Balen, 28. They are accused of killing two-year-old Trinity, last November, the sheriff's office said.

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Police said the couple's house on West Thorn Apple Drive was filled with drugs, garbage, and medical waste.

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The couple was in court Monday and released on pre-trial conditions. They also have a six-year-old child who is in protective custody.