Parents Face Charges in Death of 18-Month-Old Toddler in Juárez

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In a significant court hearing in Ciudad Juárez, the parents of 18-month-old Eithan Daniel have been charged with his murder and the unlawful disposal of his remains. The toddler's body was discovered two weeks ago, and an autopsy revealed he died from a traumatic brain injury. The mother, Vianey Esmeralda, 23, is facing aggravated homicide charges, while the father, Brayan Gabriel, is also charged but claims he is not responsible, citing the mother's confession. Both parents will remain in custody for six months as prosecutors compile evidence for the case.
Key Details: • Hearing lasted four hours, resulting in formal charges against both parents. • Eithan Daniel's body was found in South Juárez two weeks prior to the hearing. • The autopsy indicated death was due to subdural hematoma from traumatic brain injury. • Both parents will remain in custody for six months during the investigation.