Records: Spring man admits to critically injuring girlfriend's toddler
SPRING, Texas - A man is in Harris County custody for the injuries that sent his girlfriend's toddler to a hospital on Thursday night.
Harris County: Man accused of injuring girlfriend's toddler
What we know:
According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, a couple approached constable deputies at a Spring gas station Thursday night seeking help for an unresponsive toddler.
Precinct 4 authorities started helping the child until paramedics arrived. She was then taken to a hospital and medical personnel reportedly found "multiple life-threatening injuries."
The toddler was then flown to another hospital for surgery. She was last said to be in critical condition as of Friday evening.
Officials say the child's mother and her boyfriend directed law enforcement to the home where the toddler allegedly became unresponsive. Officials investigated the home on Rendevous Court, less than five minutes from the Exxon gas station.
It was then determined that the mother's boyfriend, identified as 29-year-old Gerardo Gonzalez, had assaulted the toddler multiple times, causing her injuries.
According to court records, the suspect allegedly admitted to striking the toddler and stomping on her. Records also say the child is not expected to survive her injuries.
Gerardo Gonzalez
Gonzalez has been charged with injury to a child — serious bodily injury and has been booked into the Harris County Jail. Records show his bond has been set at $1 million.
What we don't know:
The child and her mother have not been identified.
No other details of the alleged assault are available at this time.
What they're saying:
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said, "Our thoughts are with this young toddler as she continues to fight for her life. Cases involving children are among the most heartbreaking first responders encounter, and we remain committed to seeking justice on her behalf."
What's next:
The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
The Source: Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez and records from the Harris County Districk Clerk's Office