Foster Boy's Death Ruled Homicide

Foster Boy's Death Ruled Homicide

No Arrests Made

August 21, 2006

The Wayne County Medical Examiner has ruled the death of a 2-year-old boy at a Detroit foster home was a homicide, Local 4 reported.

Isaac Lethbridge suffered bruises to his face and burn marks to his chest, according to police. Police said there was also evidence that he was sexually assaulted.

The child was dead on arrival at Children's Hospital Wednesday, according to police. Emergency crews said the toddler stopped breathing.

The child was living at the foster home for more than a month along with his 4-year-old sister, according to police. Child Protective Services removed the sister and several other children from the home, Local 4 reported.