Father charged with murdering 2-year-old son after allegedly throwing tot into Bronx River
The tragic case of 2-year-old Montrell Williams, who went missing last month in the Bronx, has taken a devastating turn as his father, Arius Williams, has been charged with his murder. The heart-wrenching incident came to light after video footage surfaced showing Arius callously tossing his son into the Bronx River. The 20-year-old father now faces two counts each of murder and manslaughter in connection with Montrell’s death.
The heartbreaking discovery of a child’s body, believed to be Montrell’s, washed up near the Whitestone Bridge in Queens has left the community in shock. The badly decomposed body, wrapped in a blanket and dressed in a diaper with a sock on one foot, was found just off Ferry Point Park. Leroy Burton, Montrell’s grandfather, expressed profound grief over the loss of his grandson and the unimaginable pain of losing his son in such tragic circumstances.
Arius, who had previously worked as a teacher’s assistant at a school, had a history of mental health issues and had been displaying concerning behavior in recent months. His deteriorating mental state, coupled with a tumultuous relationship with Montrell’s mother, seemed to have culminated in the horrific act that took the life of the innocent toddler.
The timeline of events leading up to Montrell’s disappearance paints a harrowing picture of a troubled family dynamic. Following a Mother’s Day gathering where Arius reportedly had a confrontation with his own mother, he stormed off with Montrell, sparking concerns among family members. Despite the mother’s attempts to involve the authorities, it appears that the response fell short, ultimately leading to the tragic outcome.
As the investigation unfolds, questions have been raised about the handling of Montrell’s case by law enforcement. The NYPD’s Internal Affairs Bureau is conducting a probe into the department’s handling of the situation, including the delay in issuing a missing persons report. The anguish and frustration felt by Montrell’s family are palpable as they grapple with the pain of their loss and the sense of helplessness in the face of such a horrific tragedy.
The arrest of Arius on custodial interference charges, stemming from his refusal to disclose Montrell’s whereabouts to a family court judge, marks a grim chapter in this heartbreaking saga. The community mourns the loss of a young life cut short by senseless violence, as they seek answers and justice for Montrell Williams.
