A man has been charged with the murder of a 2-year-old boy in Manchester, New Hampshire.
32-year-old Mark Heath was arrested on Wednesday evening, Dec. 14, and charged with two counts of second-degree murder, according to reports.
An autopsy showed that the boy had died from blunt-force trauma to his abdomen.
Heath lived with Jacob in a second-floor apartment on Howe Street, where Jacob’s mother also lived. Family members say Heath is the boyfriend of toddler’s mother.
“He was an absolute adorable little child. Very, very outgoing, very, very bright,” he said.
“His death is ruled suspicious, this family needs some answers and Jacob needs justice. Let’s share this and give this baby and family some peace during this tragic time,” she wrote, in the latest update.
Friends and family expressed their sympathy on the fundraising page.
“Heather - my hearts breaks for you and your family. Jacob is safe now and will never be forgotten. Much love to you all,” wrote Laura Marchand.
Police are not commenting on the relationship between Heath and the child. The case continues to be investigated.