Jake Haro, the father of 7-month-old baby Emmanuel, has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder.
In court, Jake Haro was emotional, crying as he submitted his guilty pleas.
A sentencing date has been scheduled for November.
Despite the developments, the location of baby Emmanuel's body remains unknown.
The child's mother, Rebecca Haro, has pleaded not guilty to an amended criminal complaint, details of which have not been made public.
Prosecutors are expected to provide more details about the new developments in the court case.
Author's summary: Father pleads guilty to murder of missing 7-month-old son.