Pennsylvania Dad CHARGED – Baby’s Death Coverup EXPOSED

A playful baby lying in a crib, holding their feet

A Pennsylvania father has been charged with murdering his 8-week-old son through fatal alcohol poisoning, nearly three years after the infant’s death was initially misclassified as SIDS—exposing dangerous failures in our child protection system.

Story Snapshot

Robert Paul Charles Jenkins Jr. charged with killing his infant son via alcohol and methamphetamine poisoning in 2022
Death initially ruled as SIDS, later overturned when toxicology revealed BAC of 0.149 in 8-week-old victim
Child protective services had previously intervened with Jenkins over unsafe sleep practices and offered resources he refused
Jenkins attempted to blame the child’s mother and his sister, both cleared by police investigation

Failed System Allows Infant’s Death

Robert Paul Charles Jenkins Jr., 34, of Altoona, Pennsylvania, was arrested August 18, 2025, for the September 2022 death of his 8-week-old son. Blair County Children, Youth and Families had previously warned Jenkins about safe sleep practices and offered him a bassinet, which he refused to use. Instead, Jenkins placed the infant on a pillow on a couch—a dangerous practice that child welfare experts repeatedly flagged. This case demonstrates how bureaucratic interventions often fail to protect the most vulnerable when parents refuse to comply with basic safety measures.

Toxicology Exposes Horrific Truth

Initial autopsy results classified the infant’s death as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, but comprehensive toxicology testing revealed the shocking reality. The 8-week-old baby had a blood alcohol content of 0.149—nearly twice the legal limit for adults—along with methamphetamine in his system. Medical examiners changed the cause of death to alcohol intoxication, proving this was no natural death but a case of fatal child abuse. The presence of these substances in an infant’s system points to deliberate administration, not accidental exposure.

Father’s Lies Unravel Under Investigation

Jenkins claimed he placed the baby on a pillow, fell asleep, and discovered the child unresponsive upon waking. However, his story quickly fell apart under police scrutiny. Jenkins attempted to shift blame to the infant’s mother, who was under a no-contact order and cleared of involvement, and to his sister, who was also exonerated through witness statements and evidence. Police determined Jenkins was the sole adult present and responsible for administering the fatal substances to his helpless son.

Justice Delayed but Finally Served

After nearly three years of investigation, Jenkins faces multiple serious charges including involuntary manslaughter, aggravated assault, and endangering the welfare of children. He is being held on $100,000 bail at Blair County Prison, awaiting his preliminary hearing scheduled for August 27, 2025. This case highlights the critical importance of thorough forensic investigation in all unexplained infant deaths, as initial SIDS rulings can mask heinous crimes against our most defenseless citizens.