Officials say the man was watching the children of a woman he was dating when the child received the deadly injuries.
Detectives say the criminal investigation into the child's death revealed the victim began showing signs of distress when under Acosta's care.
Authorities say while watching the children, Acosta called their mother to request she return home because he was concerned about the child's medical condition.
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