MUNCIE, Ind. -- A Muncie father was found guilty on all counts Monday in connection with the death of his 5-month-old son.
Cory Wallace, 23, was arrested in August 2015 on six felony charges including neglect of a dependent resulting in death, aggravated battery and arson.
His 5-month-old son, Jensen, was pronounced dead following a fire at the family's house in February 2015. An autopsy later determined that the baby died prior to the fire due to blunt force trauma to the head.
According to a probable cause affidavit, Wallace admitted to police on that he "accidentally" dropped Jensen onto hardwood floor. Wallace said he "freaked out" and didn't call for medical help.
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When he checked on the baby later, Wallace said he could tell Jensen was dead.
Wallace told police he then decided to start a fire in Jensen's room by lighting paper on fire and throwing it into a box of clothing.
