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Parents Arrested for Homicide in 3-Week-Old Son's Death

4/13/2026

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Parents Charged in Homicide

Anfernee Watts and Crystal Garcia were arrested in Hollywood, Florida, for the suffocation death of their 3-week-old son.
Investigators found evidence they staged the scene and gave false statements.
Crystal Garcia admitted restraining the baby and ignoring his cries.
Broward County Medical Examiner ruled the death a homicide; the couple faces aggravated manslaughter and child neglect charges.
They are held without bond, and a hearing will determine Watts's manslaughter status.

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Parents Charged with Murder

Trevor Reichard-Hayes and Katherine Carter, an Indiana couple, are charged with murder and neglect.
Investigators say Erik, 2, ate pieces of diapers and drywall due to hunger.
Two other children were removed from the home, with one hospitalized for severe malnutrition.
Erik died on March 31, 2026, after the couple delayed calling 911 for about 14 hours.
The autopsy cited severe malnourishment and dehydration.

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Parents Charged in Homicide

Anfernee Watts and Crystal Garcia were arrested in Hollywood, Florida, for the suffocation death of their 3-week-old son.
Investigators found evidence they staged the scene and gave false statements.
Crystal Garcia admitted restraining the baby and ignoring his cries.
Broward County Medical Examiner ruled the death a homicide; the couple faces aggravated manslaughter and child neglect charges.
They are held without bond, and a hearing will determine Watts's manslaughter status.

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