Babysitter charged in toddler's death

Irma Perez is charged with murder in connection with a baby's death.

HOUSTON – A woman has been charged with murder in the death of a toddler.

Authorities say 15-month-old Kevin Iraheta died at Memorial Hermann Hospital on Nov. 16.

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Houston police said Irma Perez, 30, was babysitting Iraheta the day before he died.

Investigators said Perez told police the child fell off a counter and hit his head at her home.

Following an autopsy, authorities ruled the baby's death a homicide due to shaking or striking.

Police said after investigating the boy's death, Perez was arrested on Monday and charged with murder.