A murder charge has been filed in connection with the death of a young boy. The victim was Jacob Freytes, the son of a retired NYPD sergeant. The suspect, William Ferrer, is 45 years old and was taken into custody on Sunday. He has been charged with murder in Jacob's death. Further details about the case are available from ABC7 News, including the circumstances surrounding the arrest and charge.
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