Brycson Gaddis, aged 20, has been charged with murder and assault on a child causing death in the brutal killing of 5-year-old Elyjiah Hearn. The child’s body was discovered in a dumpster after allegedly being beaten to death by Gaddis at an apartment. Prosecutors claim the boy suffered extensive injuries. Gaddis had a former relationship with the boy's mother, and his actions have been characterized as horrific. He faces life in prison if convicted, with no plea entered during his court appearance.
This is truly a heartbreaking and horrific case, and our deepest sympathies go out to the young victim's family. We are committed to seeking justice and will ensure this defendant is held responsible for his actions.
Prosecutors allege Gaddis beat the boy to death inside of an apartment in the 14500 block of Lanark Street on July 11.
A law enforcement official previously told The Times the boy suffered 'massive injuries,' including a broken jaw, fractured ribs and a lacerated liver.
The victim's grandfather, Troy Hearn Sr., expressed his heartbreak saying it was very heartbreaking for Gaddis to do that to his 5-year-old grandson.
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