Corie A. Walsh, 38, has been charged with three counts of first-degree murder in connection with the death of her two-year-old son. The incident occurred Tuesday at the family's residence in Frankfort, Illinois.
Frankfort Police Chief Leanne Chelepis confirmed the charges in a statement. Walsh was taken to a local hospital for treatment after officers found her attempting self-harm at the scene. The toddler was also transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later. The specific details surrounding how the child died remain unclear.
Walsh is currently in custody and will be transferred to the Will County Adult Detention Facility to await a detention hearing once she is released from medical care. The police department expressed its condolences to the family and asked the community to respect their privacy during this difficult time.