Prosecutors claim Marlon Rabanales-Pretzantzin, a 20-year-old illegal immigrant, fatally beat his 2-month-old because she refused to stop crying. He pleaded not guilty in court. The baby, Liseyda, suffered multiple injuries, including broken ribs and severe hemorrhaging, during the incident on March 7 while he was alone with his children, per the New York Post. Anne Donnelly, the Nassau County DA, told reporters, “In the end, he couldn’t take it anymore.”

Rabanales-Pretzantzin reportedly slapped his crying daughter in the face several times, punched her in the stomach, and shook her violently. He then threw her onto the bed, pressing his fists into her body, which ultimately led to her demise. He later took her to a neighbor, who contacted first responders.

Officials were informed that Liseyda choked on formula; however, Rabanales-Pretzantzin later changed his story, claiming he fell asleep with her and she fell from the bed. Officials presented evidence, leading him to confess. An autopsy showed Liseyda had healing rib fractures, indicating prior abuse, according to the DA.

Rabanales-Pretzantzin’s other child, a 14-month-old present during the incident, showed no signs of abuse and is now with their mother. Prosecutor Donnelly mentioned that he is an illegal immigrant from #Guatemala. Rabanales-Pretzantzin is held without bail and will appear in court on May 6.

#Clique, what are your thoughts?