More than a year after the death of her 9‑month‑old son, Natalia Munoz‑Paulino has been charged with second‑degree murder and aggravated child abuse.

Munoz‑Paulino, 26, was arrested Monday, breaking down during a court hearing Tuesday as prosecutors filed a motion for pretrial detention. She remains in custody at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center, according to Miami‑Dade jail records.

Timeline of incident detailed by police

According to authorities, officers responded to Munoz‑Paulino's apartment on Southwest 147th Avenue on July 2, 2024, after she reported her baby unresponsive.

The child was transported to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital by Miami‑Dade Fire Rescue and, despite lifesaving efforts, was pronounced dead at 10:39 p.m. by the attending physician. At 11:18 p.m.

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