A 2-year-old boy was found dead in the woods near an apartment complex on Ridge Run. The child, Messiah Harris, was close to turning three years old. His body was discovered on Friday, but officials have not yet released a cause of death.

The family of Messiah Harris issued a statement on Wednesday, describing him as a happy child. They shared some of his interests, including spending time at the pool and a love for dinosaurs. Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including an update on the investigation and charges against the mother's boyfriend, who is accused of concealing the child's death and making false statements.