Crime & Safety
Pittsburgh-Area Man Charged In Toddler's Death
Emmanuel Dennis caused serious, physical abuse to a 2-year-old child, authorities said.
UNIONTOWN, PA ? A Uniontown man has been arrested in connection with the death of a 2-year-old child, the Fayette County District Attorney's Office said Tuesday.
Emmanuel Dennis, 33, is charged with criminal homicide; aggravated assault - attempt to cause serious bodily injury; aggravated assault - victim is less than 13 and defendant is 18 or older; and endangering the welfare of children.
Dennis is being held in the county jail without bond. He faces a preliminary hearing on Nov. 5, according to court documents.
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According to the district attorney's office, Margaret Dunn died as the result of serious physical abuse by Dennis.
Pennsylvania State Police responded to a Manallen Township residence Monday for a child having a medical emergency. Margaret was taken to Uniontown Hospital and was pronounced dead on arrival.
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The coroner's office has not released a cause of death. The investigation is ongoing; anyone with information is asked to call Pennsylvania State Police - Uniontown or the district attorney's office.
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