Crime & Safetyscore 120·2 metrosupdated 2h ago

Oakland County Father Charged with Child Abuse After Injuring 4-Week-Old Son

Cody Patterson, a 20-year-old from Hazel Park, faces multiple charges of second-degree child abuse for allegedly injuring his infant son. The baby suffered multiple fractures and bruises, prompting an investigation by police and Child Protective Services.

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