The lawsuit seeks $75 million in damages for Mimi’s death and $25 million for alleged negligence of her sibling.
The estate of Jacqueline “Mimi” Torres-Garcia, whose body was discovered two months ago in a tote behind an abandoned building in New Britain, is preparing to sue the State of Connecticut for $100 million.
The estate of Jacqueline “Mimi” Torres-Garcia, whose body was discovered two months ago in a tote behind an abandoned building in New Britain, is preparing to sue the State of Connecticut for $100 million.
Attorneys representing Torres-Garcia’s estate filed paperwork to notify the state of their intent to pursue a wrongful death claim against the Department of Children and Families (DCF). The lawsuit seeks $75 million in damages for Mimi’s death and $25 million for alleged negligence of her sibling.
On Thursday, NBC Connecticut Investigates were the only ones present in the courtroom as the estate took its first steps in probate court, accompanied by Mimi’s biological father, Victor Torres.
One unresolved question is which town Mimi officially resided in at the time of her death—Farmington or New Britain—a detail that will determine where the case is heard. For now, the probate judge ruled that New Britain has jurisdiction because Mimi’s body was found there.
The judge appointed a temporary administrator for Mimi’s estate. Mimi’s mother, Karla Garcia, had custody of her when she died, Victor Torres did not. Garcia is currently charged with murder, along with her sister Jackelyn Garcia and ex-boyfriend Jonatan Nanita.
The next step involves the state’s Claims Commission, which will decide whether the lawsuit has merit to proceed.
“We have not yet been notified of the claim and when it is received, we will assess it to determine the most appropriate course of action,” said Ken Mysogland, Bureau Chief of External Affairs of the Department of Children and Families.
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Estate of Jacqueline “Mimi” Torres-Garcia Plans $100 Million Lawsuit Against DCF
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