Mankato father arrested in death of infant son

Omni Maxx Morningstar, 26, faces second-degree manslaughter charges

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:09pm

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A 26-year-old Mankato man has been arrested and charged with second-degree manslaughter in the death of his 10-month-old son, Remington Tristan Morningstar, who died in October 2025 after police responded to a call of an infant not breathing at a residence on James Avenue.

Why it matters

The tragic death of a young child is always deeply concerning, and this case raises questions about the circumstances surrounding the infant's death and the responsibility of the father. Investigations into infant deaths are complex and often reveal underlying issues that require further examination.

The details

According to police, on October 1, 2025, authorities were called to a residence on James Avenue on reports of an infant who was not breathing. Despite life-saving efforts by first responders and medical staff, the child was later pronounced deceased. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension assisted in the investigation, which ultimately led to the arrest of Omni Maxx Morningstar on April 6, 2026.

  • On October 1, 2025, police responded to a call about an infant not breathing at a residence on James Avenue.
  • On April 6, 2026, Omni Maxx Morningstar was arrested at his residence and charged with second-degree manslaughter.

The players

Omni Maxx Morningstar

A 26-year-old Mankato man who has been arrested and charged with second-degree manslaughter in the death of his 10-month-old son, Remington Tristan Morningstar.

Remington Tristan Morningstar

The 10-month-old son of Omni Maxx Morningstar who died in October 2025 after police responded to a call of an infant not breathing at a residence.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether Omni Maxx Morningstar will be granted bail at a hearing on April 15, 2026.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the importance of thorough investigations into infant deaths and the need for accountability when negligence or wrongdoing is suspected. The community will closely follow the legal proceedings to seek justice for the young victim.