Parents charged in beating death of 2-year-old boy: ‘Heartbreaking and deeply troubling’

The Brief

  • Two adults face charges after a 2-year-old boy was beaten to death in Chester, according to Delaware County District Attorney Tanner Rouse.
  • Cynthia Robinson and Frank Walton Sr. are accused of causing the child’s death and trying to hide the abuse, investigators said.
  • The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Brian Pot.

CHESTER Two adults have been charged after a 2-year-old boy was beaten to death and denied medical care in Chester, according to Delaware County District Attorney Tanner Rouse.

Detectives say Cynthia Robinson is accused of killing her son, while Frank Walton Sr. allegedly prevented medical help to cover up the abuse. Both face multiple charges after a comprehensive investigation by the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office and Chester Police Department.

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