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Prince George man charged in death of girlfriend's toddler son

Prince George man charged in death of girlfriend's toddler son
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PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY, Va. β€” A Prince George man has been charged after the death of his girlfriend's 20-month-old son on Monday morning, according to police.

Tyler William Skinner, 31, was taken into custody Monday and charged with second-degree murder and felony abuse and neglect of a child in connection with the toddler's death.

Officers and emergency personnel responded to a 911 call reporting an unresponsive child in the 100 block of Blue Jay Street around 8:15 a.m. The boy had sustained severe trauma.

Prince George Fire and EMS initiated lifesaving measures on scene. He was taken to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this incident can contact the Prince George Police Department at (804) 733-2770 or submit an anonymous tip through the P3 Tips app.

This is a developing story. Email the CBS 6 Newsroom if you have additional information to share.

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