Missing South Carolina infant rescued after being buried alive in a dog crate for 24 hours
Summary
Authorities rescued 11-month-old Koah Sharp after finding him buried in a dog crate in woods in Lexington County, South Carolina, following a day-long search. His father, Michael Comer, was arrested on a burglary charge; the sheriff said investigators were working with prosecutors to determine whether to file additional charges.Key Facts
- Nearly 100 first responders took part in the search for Koah.
- Authorities found freshly disturbed soil near the home of Koah’s grandfather and dug up the crate.
- The crate was wrapped in a towel, which the sheriff said may have created an air pocket that helped Koah breathe.
- Koah was taken to a hospital, but his condition was not immediately known.
- The sheriff said Comer had been caring for Koah and left with him before another caregiver arrived.
- Surveillance video showed Comer in the area on Monday afternoon without the infant, according to the sheriff.
- Comer was being held without bond on a burglary charge.
- Court records show Comer pleaded guilty in October to domestic violence and aggravated breach-of-peace charges related to a July arrest and was sentenced to probation.
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