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Baby Found Dead in Couch After Babysitter Arrested
20 Sep
Summary
- Baby Grayson Walton was found dead inside a couch with bruises.
- The babysitter, Elijah Mayes, was arrested and charged with murder.
- Evidence of bite marks and bruises were discovered on the infant.
In Cleaton, Kentucky, a horrific discovery was made on September 12, 2026, when 11-month-old Grayson Walton was found dead inside a couch. The infant's body bore bruises and bite marks. His father had left him in the care of 19-year-old Elijah Mayes on September 11, 2026, while he was at work.
Mayes was arrested on September 13, 2026, facing charges including murder, first-degree criminal abuse or neglect, abuse of a corpse, and tampering with physical evidence. Grayson's step-grandfather was also apprehended and charged with tampering with physical evidence. Investigators found suspected methamphetamine at one residence, and the baby's body was located at another in Cleaton.
Mayes reportedly attempted to create a false alibi, but this was disproven by police. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges and is being held on a $1 million bond. A candlelit vigil was held, and a GoFundMe has been established to assist with funeral costs.
