South Carolina Man Denied Bond in Child Endangerment Case

A judge in South Carolina denied bond for Michael Comer, accused of burying his 11-month-old son, Koah, in a dog crate in a wooded area. The court also appointed a public defender for Comer, with a hearing scheduled for December 10.

Michael Comer, 25, faces charges including attempted murder and unlawfully placing a child at risk. The incident occurred after his son was reported missing and subsequently rescued. Koah was found by rescuers about 24 hours later and is expected to fully recover. He has since been released from the hospital and is now with family.

Koah’s grandfather, John Comer, expressed disbelief and heartbreak over the situation, showing reporters the site where Koah was found. John’s home had been open to both his son and grandson prior to the incident.

While the motive for Comer’s actions remains unclear, he had previously been sentenced to probation for domestic violence involving Koah’s mother. This history added complexity to the case as authorities worked to piece together events leading to the burial of the child.

Dozens of first responders participated in the search for Koah. They located disturbed soil and heard his cries, leading to his rescue. Cool temperatures and an air pocket around the buried crate likely aided in his survival.

Family members reacted with relief upon learning he was safe. Koah’s grandmother expressed her unease at leaving Koah with Comer, a concern she shared during a 911 call. Records show Comer had been on probation for earlier charges stemming from a July arrest, which involved domestic disputes with Koah’s mother.