Greensboro, N.C. — A mother and father have been charged with the murder of their 16-month-old child, marking a tragic turn in a case that began with an emergency call late last year. Nykiah Singleton, 25, and Berry Williams, 30, are both in custody at the Guilford County Jail and are scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday.
On November 6, 2024, emergency responders were dispatched to the 600 block of Kenneth Road around 3:49 PM following a report of a child in cardiac and respiratory arrest. Upon arrival, officials discovered the unresponsive toddler. Despite efforts to revive the child, the young life was declared deceased at the scene shortly thereafter.
An ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child’s death led to initial charges against Singleton and Williams on December 2, 2024. They were accused of felony child abuse resulting in serious physical injury following findings from detectives.
As the investigation progressed, however, authorities gathered additional evidence that prompted them to upgrade the charges to first-degree murder. Specific details about the evidence have not been disclosed, but police emphasized the severity of the situation.
Both parents are currently being held without bond. The case has drawn significant public attention, with local residents expressing shock and sorrow over the incident. Community members have been urged to come forward with any information that may aid in the investigation, with tips directed to Greensboro/Guilford Crime Stoppers.
As this tragic case unfolds, it serves as a stark reminder of the issues surrounding child welfare and safety. The legal proceedings will likely shed more light on the events that led to this devastating loss.