Arrested for Human Trafficking and Kidnapping in New Hampshire
In a shocking turn of events, two suspects are now facing serious charges including kidnapping and human trafficking in connection with the tragic death of a New Hampshire woman whose body was discovered in Warwick, Massachusetts. Justina Steffy, a 31-year-old woman from Keene, New Hampshire, went missing and was later found deceased in Warwick in 2024.
Arrests Made in Connection to Justina Steffy’s Death
The investigation into Justina Steffy’s untimely death led to the arrest of two suspects, Andrea Martin, 42, and Christian Torruellas, 32. The New Hampshire Department of Justice revealed that Steffy died on October 13, 2024, in Keene as a result of a drug overdose. Her body was later disposed of in Warwick, where it was discovered on October 23. An autopsy conducted by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that Steffy’s death was a homicide caused by narcotics that had been injected into her.
Charges Against Andrea Martin and Christian Torruellas
Andrea Martin was charged with dispensing a controlled drug that resulted in Steffy’s death. She allegedly sold or dispensed a substance containing fentanyl to Steffy, leading to her tragic demise. Martin also faces charges of falsifying physical evidence by removing Steffy’s body from Keene and disposing of it in Warwick. Christian Torruellas, on the other hand, faces additional kidnapping charges. Both suspects are accused of kidnapping a female victim from October 1 to October 17, with Martin facing an additional kidnapping charge for confining Steffy from October 10 to October 13.
Human Trafficking Charges
In addition to their other charges, Martin and Torruellas each face a count of human trafficking. The allegations state that they forced an adult victim, not Steffy, to perform a service or labor for the benefit of another. The suspects are accused of harming or threatening to harm this victim, using force to confine them, controlling their access to addictive substances, and threatening physical harm or restraint.
New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella expressed the seriousness with which the state takes allegations of human trafficking and emphasized the commitment to pursuing justice for vulnerable individuals. He extended his sympathies to Justina Steffy’s loved ones and encouraged anyone with information to come forward. The investigation into this tragic case is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Keene Police Department.
Today’s developments mark a significant milestone in the investigation into the death of Justina Steffy. The arrests of Andrea Martin and Christian Torruellas shed light on the harrowing details surrounding her demise and the alleged crimes of human trafficking and kidnapping. As the legal process unfolds, the community awaits further updates on this heartbreaking case.
