Archie Ranger’s stepmother shared hobby farm posts before his death

Five-year-old Archie Ranger was found unresponsive at his home near Grafton, New South Wales, on 12 October and could not be revived. Police allege he and his two siblings had been duct-taped into sleeping bags, with tape over their eyes, and say Archie had tape around his head; the circumstances are under investigation.

Archie’s father, Neil Ranger, and stepmother, Stephanie Luhrmann, were at home and have been interviewed, but no charges have been laid and the article says they are not alleged to be responsible for his death. A post-mortem is pending. Luhrmann had shared social media posts showing family activities and promoting a small hobby farm; Archie’s siblings are now with other relatives, and locals have called for a vigil.