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Accused Muhlenberg County baby killer to soon appear in court

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MUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) -- The 19-year-old accused of killing an 11-month-old baby will soon appear in court. Elijah Mayes was arrested after police say he was supposed to be babysitting Grayson Walton. A search warrant was issued for a home in Cleaton where Walton's body was found.

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  1. Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW)

    Investigation continues into death of 11-month-old (opens Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW))

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    MUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) -- The search for 11-month-old Grayson Walton ends in tragedy after police say he was found dead inside a home. Police say 19-year-old Elijah Mayes was arrested, turning this missing person case into a murder investigation.

  2. Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW)

    Accused Muhlenberg County baby killer to soon appear in court (opens Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW))

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    MUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. (WEHT) -- The 19-year-old accused of killing an 11-month-old baby will soon appear in court. Elijah Mayes was arrested after police say he was supposed to be babysitting Grayson Walton. A search warrant was issued for a home in Cleaton where Walton's body was found.

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