Father admits guilt in fatal beating of 4-year-old son.

Los Angeles Man Pleads No‌ Contest ​to Second-Degree Murder of 4-Year-Old Son

A ⁣heartbreaking case unfolded in Los Angeles as a man pleaded no contest⁤ on⁤ Sept 12 to second-degree murder for the tragic‌ beating‍ death ⁤of his 4-year-old son. Hirwin Calderon-Ordonez, ‌29, is now awaiting sentencing, where he is expected⁢ to receive 15 years to life in prison. This devastating incident has left the community in⁤ shock⁣ and seeking justice.

Charges and Sentencing

Originally facing charges of murder and ‌assault on a child‌ causing death, ⁣Calderon-Ordonez’s plea of no contest ‍has led to a second-degree murder⁣ conviction. The ⁤District Attorney’s Office has stated that he will be sentenced on ‍Oct. 16, with a recommended term ‍of 15 years to life in prison. This outcome aims to ensure‌ that justice is served for the innocent life lost.

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The‍ impact ‌of this tragic incident is felt throughout the community. The loss of Mr. Calderon-Ordonez’s son, Justin Sontay-Oxlaj, is a devastating‍ reminder ⁢of the importance of protecting and nurturing​ our children. ‌The circumstances surrounding his death ‌are deeply​ disturbing.

Investigation‌ and Arrest

Justin⁢ Sontay-Oxlaj was taken to a hospital in June 2019⁤ from his family’s residence in the southeast Los Angeles area, where he tragically‍ passed ‌away. The coroner’s office⁢ and the Los Angeles Police Department conducted an autopsy, which revealed that the cause of death⁢ was blunt force trauma. Deputy ⁣District Attorney Jonathan Hatami described​ the child’s injuries as “massive blunt force trauma” during a previous ‍court hearing.

The suspicious nature of the case prompted a swift response from the police. Detectives at the scene noted visible signs of physical trauma on the boy’s body. Mr. Calderon-Ordonez was​ subsequently ⁢arrested on the same day. It is reported that he was the one who called 911, while the child’s​ mother was not present at ⁢the time. Tragically,⁢ paramedics arrived to find the young boy not breathing.