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New Jersey Father Faces Murder Charges in Son's Treadmill Death

Christopher Gregor is accused of fatally abusing his 6-year-old son during a forced treadmill exercise, sparking a contentious trial.

  • Christopher Gregor, 31, allegedly forced his son, Corey Micciolo, to run on a treadmill at high speeds, resulting in the child's death.
  • The incident, captured on surveillance video, shows the boy struggling and repeatedly falling as the speed and incline were increased.
  • Prosecutors claim the death was due to blunt force trauma and abuse, while defense argues it was caused by sepsis unrelated to the treadmill.
  • Gregor, who has a history of criminal charges, rejected a 30-year plea deal and now potentially faces a life sentence if convicted.
  • The trial continues amid disputes over the cause of death and the extent of Gregor's culpability.
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