Detroit man accused of killing girlfriend's 3-year-old daughter last year

A Detroit man is now charged with murder for the death of his girlfriend's daughter a year ago. 

Lovenia Spivey, 21, is facing a felony murder charge and first-degree child abuse charge for the November 2024 death.

What we know:

The victim was found suffering injuries inside a home in the 14000 block of Riverview Street in Detroit around 2:40 a.m. Nov. 15, 2024. She was taken to a hospital, where authorities say she died a few days later.

According to the medical examiner, she died from blunt force trauma to the head after Spivey allegedly assaulted her.

What we don't know:

It is unclear why it took a year for charges to be filed.

What's next:

Spivey is expected to be arraigned Friday afternoon.

The Source: This information is from the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office.

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