A woman faces charges in connection with the death of her young child. The 18-year-old mother is accused of second-degree murder and cruelty to children. She has also been charged with reckless conduct.

The child's death occurred earlier this month. A man, the mother's live-in boyfriend, was previously arrested in connection with the incident. He faces charges of malice murder and cruelty to children.

Further details about the case are available, including the events surrounding the child's death and the investigation that followed.