Melody Sustait, a 1-year-old Latina, died Monday, Oct. 26, after sustaining blunt force trauma, according to the Los Angeles County coroner.
Coroner's records say Melody showed signs of recent rib fractures and had bruising that was "inconsistent with report of falling off kitchen chair."
Her death was listed as a homicide by the coroner. No address was provided.
-- Megan Garvey