South Carolina man accused of burying baby alive showed no remorse and tried to flee state, authorities say

November 12, 2026 / 11:44 AM EST / CBS/AP

South Carolina man accused of burying baby alive showed no remorse and tried to flee state, authorities say

TL;DR

  • Michael Comer was denied bond for charges including attempted murder, burglary, and unlawfully placing a child at risk.
  • Investigators reported that Comer showed no remorse and attempted to flee the state.
  • Koah, Comer's 11-month-old son, was found alive after being buried in a dog crate and is recovering with family.
  • Comer had recently been sentenced to probation for domestic violence charges involving the child's mother.
  • Authorities believe the infant survived due to cool temperatures and an air pocket created by a towel in the crate.