Exclusive: New Jersey Police Officer Falsely Accused Of Child Abuse Still Trying To Get Life Back

By Liz Crawford, CBS Philadelphia

April 4, 2024

CARNEYS POINT, N.J. (CBS) - A New Jersey police officer said he's trying to get his life back after he was charged with assault on a toddler. It took more than a year before a judge tossed the case, but Anthony Minguez said the damage is done and his reputation and relationships will never be the same.

In February, a judge dismissed the case against Minguez, ruling the prosecution failed to present enough evidence to prove the child's injuries were the result of abuse and not caused by an accident.

CBS News Philadelphia exclusively talked with Minguez and the toddler's mom about what they call a tragic accident followed by accusations they claim are false.

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