Lanette Espy

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Oct 16, 2023, 12:43 PM

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A Manahawkin man was found guilty Friday for killing and sexually assaulting a toddler in Camden County in 2016.

Officials say Michael Disporto, 29, was found guilty of murder and aggravated sexual assault in connection with the death of a 2-year-old child.

MORE: Manahawkin man charged with killing girlfriend's 2-year-old daughter

News 12 New Jersey first reported the story back in 2016 when Disporto was arrested for the heinous attack of his girlfriend's daughter. The child’s death was ruled a homicide due to injuries from blunt force trauma.

Disporto now faces life in prison.