Infant Found Alive After Being Buried for Approximately 24 Hours in South Carolina
An 11-month-old baby was found buried alive for approximately 24 hours in rural Lexington County, South Carolina, and was discovered clinging to life.
Charlotte, NC, November 11, 2026 — In a deeply concerning incident, an 11-month-old infant was discovered alive after being buried for an estimated 24 hours in a rural area of Lexington County, South Carolina.
The baby, identified as being 11 months old, was found in a state described as ‘clinging to life’ following the approximately 24-hour period it spent buried.
Details regarding the circumstances of the burial, including how the infant was discovered, who found the child, and the exact location within rural Lexington County, have not yet been provided.
Authorities have not released information about the child’s current condition or the medical attention received after the discovery. Similarly, the cause of the burial and any potential investigations or charges related to the incident have not been disclosed.
This event raises significant questions about child welfare and safety within the community. Further details are expected as authorities continue to investigate the situation. The information available at this time is limited to the age of the child, the approximate duration they were buried, their condition upon discovery, and the general location.
Story summarized from the original created by Luke Tucker on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
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