Frankfort mother charged with murder in death of 2-year-old son
Frankfort mother charged with murder in death of 2-year-old son
Police say a Frankfort mother faces three murder charges after her 2-year-old son died earlier this week.
WILL COUNTY, Ill. - A Frankfort mother has been charged with murder after her 2-year-old son died earlier this week, police said.
Frankfort mom charged after son's death
What we know:
Frankfort police officers were called to the 22700 block of Brook Stone Court at about 4:04 p.m. Tuesday for a report of an unresponsive child.
Officers found the boy inside the home and performed CPR. He was taken to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Police identified the boy’s mother as 38-year-old Corie A. Walsh. She was also taken to a hospital after police said she was attempting to harm herself. Her injuries were not considered life-threatening.
Three other juveniles were found inside the home unharmed, according to police.
The Frankfort Fire Protection District previously said crews were dispatched at about 4:06 p.m. and transported five people from the home.
The charges
Following an investigation by the Frankfort Police Department and the Will-Grundy Major Crimes Task Force, Walsh was charged with three counts of first-degree murder.
Walsh remains in custody and is receiving medical treatment, police said. Once she is released from treatment, she will be transferred to the Will County Adult Detention Facility to await a detention hearing.
What we don't know:
An autopsy was performed Wednesday by the Will County Coroner’s Office. Police said the cause and manner of death remain pending.
Authorities have not released the child’s identity or additional details about how he died.
What they're saying:
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, their loved ones, and everyone affected by this heartbreaking tragedy," police said. "We ask our community to keep them in their thoughts and prayers and to respect their privacy as they navigate this profoundly difficult time."
What's next:
The investigation remains ongoing. Police said no further details are available at this time.
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The Source: The information in this story came from the Frankfort Police Department.