Nationwide — Montrell Williams, a 2-year-old African American boy from the Bronx, New York, was reported lacking over a month in the past. On Wednesday, police discovered a toddler’s physique within the East River believed to be his. His father, Arius Williams, now faces homicide and manslaughter costs.
Surveillance footage reportedly reveals Arius, 20, throwing Montrell off a Bronx River bridge. The toddler was in his custody beneath a visitation order. Police started looking out the realm Monday and located the physique close to Ferry Level Park simply after midday Wednesday.
Montrell was final seen on Might 10 in Hunts Level together with his father. On Might 30, the boy’s mom went to household courtroom, saying she couldn’t attain Arius. She contacted authorities once more this week after a confrontation left her fearing for her son’s security.
Arius was initially charged with custodial interference. On Thursday, he was arraigned in Bronx Legal Court docket and held with out bail after being deemed a flight danger.
Household and neighborhood members held a vigil on a Bronx River bridge Wednesday night time. Montrell’s step-grandfather, Leroy Burton, and aunt, Alicia Williams, expressed grief and anger over the tragedy.
“He’s liable for it. He’s liable for this,” Alicia Williams advised CBS Information. “I wish to see him endure like he made the infant endure, for actual, I wish to see him endure like he made the infant endure.”
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch stated an inner evaluation is underway to look at how the case was dealt with, together with delays in releasing Montrell’s photograph to the general public. Deputy Mayor for Public Security Kaz Daughtry stated any lapses can be a part of the investigation.
