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Carteret Dad Tried Killing 6-Week Old Baby: Prosecutor

A 20-year-old Carteret man was arrested and charged on Wednesday, Jan. 22 with the attempted murder of his 6-week old infant, authorities said.

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Ezekiel Crespo, the baby's dad, was with the infant when he suffered facial and head injuries, Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Carteret Police Chief Theodore Nycz said.

Authorities were called to a Clauss Street home around 1:05 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, on reports of an injured baby. The baby was transported to Saint Peters Hospital for treatment where he has remained in critical condition, authorities said.

Crespo, has been charged with attempted murder and endangering the welfare of a child, authorities said. He is being held at the Middlesex County Adult Correctional Center, authorities said.

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