Baby Left in Care, Now Dead | Lexington News

A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, when an 11-month-old baby, Grayson Walton, was found dead inside a home after being left in the care of 19-year-old Elijah Mayes. Initially claiming a friend had taken the child, Mayes’ story collapsed under scrutiny — the alleged friend denied picking up Grayson, and a relative confirmed the baby was last seen with Mayes. Police discovered methamphetamine at one location and found Grayson’s body during a search of another home. Mayes now faces multiple serious charges including murder, criminal abuse, tampering with evidence, abuse of a corpse, and drug possession. The Central City Police Department has extended condolences to Grayson’s family as the community grapples with the loss of such a young life under devastating circumstances. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.lex18.com/news/covering-kentucky/baby-found-dead-in-muhlenberg-county-babysitter-charged-with-murder More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fc42b0c40bf3ec83 Report issues to [email protected].