An Oregon teen was charged with murder in connection with the death of his 6-week-old son, officials said.
Maliki Skutley, 19, was initially charged with first-degree assault after his son was admitted to Randall Children’s Hospital with a severe brain injury on April 20.
The infant died three days later due to a lack of oxygen to the brain. Doctors said his injuries were caused by extreme pressure or blunt force trauma.
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Prosecutors said the infant’s mother was at work when the alleged abuse occurred.
“We are completely devastated and never in a million years imagined we’d have to go through this,” the family said on a GoFundMe page.
“We are going through a very difficult time and appreciate all the love & support y’all have poured in.”
