A Suitland man is facing an attempted murder charge for assaulting a young child in his care, Prince George's County police say.
Clifton Edward Bernard, 26, admitted to assaulting his girlfriend's 2-year-old son Wednesday morning. The child was taken to an area hospital, where he is listed in critical condition. Police say the child suffered several injuries, including trauma to the head.
Bernard was arrested and charged with attempted murder, first and second degree child abuse and first and second degree assault.
He is being held without bond.