April 12, 2010, 12:20PM
ARGENTINE TOWNSHIP, Michigan — A four-year-old boy died today
after he was apparently beaten over a 24-hour period this weekend.
Argentine
Township Police were called to 9087 Harper St. #408 for an injured and
beaten child on Sunday, according to police. Police found the boy on the
floor in the east side bedroom.
Police said the boy appeared to
have injuries all over his body, and he was transported to Hurley
Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition and placed on
life support. He was removed from life support this morning, according
to police.
His mother — who also had visible injuries to her face
and body — was found next to the boy when officers arrived, according
to police. The mother was also transported to Hurley.
After
treatment, the boyfriend and mother were lodged in the Genesee County
Jail and police continue to investigate. See more at http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2010/04/four-year-old_dies_aft...