NJ Dad Charged with Infant's Aggravated Manslaughter

3-month-old girl died from blunt force trauma to head and neck

Mar. 30, 2026 at 8:25pm

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An extreme close-up of a baby's pacifier lying on a dark surface, the harsh flash creating dramatic shadows and textures that convey a sense of loss and investigation.The tragic death of a 3-month-old girl exposes the need for greater support and intervention around infant care and domestic violence.Atlantic City Today

A 27-year-old Atlantic City man has been charged with first-degree aggravated manslaughter in the death of his 3-month-old daughter. Police responded to a 911 call on November 12 last year about an unresponsive infant, who was rushed to the hospital but died from severe injuries including blunt force trauma to the head and neck.

Why it matters

This tragic case highlights the need for greater awareness and support around infant care, mental health, and domestic violence prevention in order to protect vulnerable children from harm. It also raises questions about the circumstances leading up to this incident and whether there were any prior warning signs or opportunities for intervention.

The details

According to police, officers responded to the home of Antonio Reyes on November 12 after a 911 call about an unresponsive infant. Reyes' 3-month-old daughter was rushed to the hospital but died from severe injuries including blunt force trauma to the head and neck. Reyes has now been arrested and charged with first-degree aggravated manslaughter, and is in police custody awaiting a pre-detention hearing.

  • On November 12, police responded to a 911 call about an unresponsive infant at Reyes' home.
  • The 3-month-old girl was rushed to the hospital but died from her injuries.

The players

Antonio Reyes

A 27-year-old Atlantic City resident who has been charged with first-degree aggravated manslaughter in the death of his 3-month-old daughter.

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What’s next

Reyes is scheduled to appear for a pre-detention hearing later this week, where a judge will determine if he should be released on bail or remain in custody.

The takeaway

This heartbreaking case underscores the critical need for greater resources, education, and support around infant care, mental health, and domestic violence prevention to protect vulnerable children from harm. It also raises difficult questions about the circumstances that led to this tragedy and whether there were any missed opportunities for intervention.