In a shocking turn of events, an 11-month-old baby named Koah Sharpe has been rescued from a crate in which he was allegedly buried alive by his father, Michael Comer. The incident occurred near Comer's home in South Carolina on Tuesday, a day after Koah went missing. The Lexington County Sheriff's Department launched a search for the infant after he was taken from his mother's house by his father on Monday. Comer was arrested on a burglary charge that evening but his son was not with him. On Tuesday, rescuers found Koah buried alive and clinging to life in a crate, possibly for 24 hours. He is now receiving care at a hospital and is expected to make a full recovery, according to Sheriff Jay Koon. Police are still deciding what additional charges to bring against Comer. The search for baby Koah began on Monday when he was taken by his father, who had been left alone with him briefly by the child's grandmother. Comer was later arrested without the baby in Lexington County. A search party of 100 police and fire department officials were sent to locate the child, with Comer reportedly providing little information about Koah's whereabouts. The rescuers found some freshly disturbed dirt near Comer's house and heard a baby crying as they began to dig. They described the most joyful sound they had ever heard upon finding the infant alive. The crate was wrapped in a towel, providing enough air for Koah to survive, while the cold weather kept him from overheating.
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The relationship between Comer and the baby's mother has reportedly been fraught with issues. Comer had previously pleaded guilty to domestic violence charges, according to court records. The baby's grandmother, Patricia Comer, told NBC News that the baby's mother had full custody but allowed her to supervise while the baby was being watched. She claimed that her son had watched the baby before unsupervised without any problems. However, on this occasion, he allegedly took Koah from his mother's house and buried him in a crate. The authorities are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and have not released further details about the charges against Comer.
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This tragic incident has raised concerns about child safety and domestic violence. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of responsible parenting and the potential consequences of domestic violence. The community is hoping for a speedy recovery for baby Koah, while the authorities continue their investigation into this shocking case. As the story develops, more details are expected to emerge about the relationship between Comer and his family, as well as the exact circumstances that led to the burial of his infant son.