California father admits guilt in infant son’s murder after fabricating kidnapping story
A California father has admitted guilt in the murder of his infant son and for fabricating a kidnapping story. Jake Haro, 32, pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including murder and child endangerment. This plea was announced by the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office.
Key Details of the Case
Jake Haro is set for sentencing on November 3, following the death of his 7-month-old son, Emmanuel Haro, in August. Notably, this plea was not part of any deal with prosecutors, and a judge will determine the final sentence.
- Name: Jake Haro
- Age: 32
- Victim: Emmanuel Haro
- Victim’s Age: 7 months
- Charges: Murder, child endangerment, filing a false police report
- Sentencing Date: November 3
Circumstances Surrounding the Case
The investigation began after Rebecca Haro, Jake’s wife, claimed that their son was abducted while she changed his diaper in a parking lot. She stated she was attacked, resulting in a black eye, and afterward, Emmanuel was missing.
Authorities quickly determined the couple’s story was false. District Attorney Michael Hestrin stated that Emmanuel had suffered abuse, leading to his tragic death.
Prior Convictions and Family History
In a disturbing development, Jake Haro had previously pleaded guilty to willful child cruelty against another child from a prior marriage. This earlier incident involved severe injuries, including a skull fracture and a brain hemorrhage, ultimately resulting in the child being bedridden with cerebral palsy.
- Previous Conviction: Willful child cruelty
- Previous Sentencing: Suspended sentence, 180 days work-release program
Upcoming Proceedings
Rebecca Haro faces charges of murder and filing a false police report. She is expected to attend a preliminary hearing on the same day her husband is sentenced. She has pleaded not guilty to the charges against her.
As the case unfolds, the community watches closely, reflecting on the tragic loss of infant Emmanuel Haro and the systemic failures that may have contributed to this heartbreaking scenario.
