In a chilling discovery that’s left an entire community stunned, a 10-year-old boy in Rock Island reportedly found a body hidden inside a trash can.
According to local reports, the boy made the shocking find before authorities were called to the scene. Police have since confirmed that the child’s mother was brought in for questioning as part of the ongoing investigation.
Bodycam footage appears to show officers searching through bins inside a garage before the disturbing discovery was made. The case has quickly drawn widespread attention, with many left horrified at the fact a child was the one to uncover it.
Police have not yet released further details about the identity of the deceased or the circumstances surrounding their death, but they stressed that the investigation is “active and ongoing.”
Social media has erupted since the news broke, with people expressing disbelief and heartbreak. One commenter wrote: “That poor kid is going to remember this for the rest of his life.” Another said: “This story is straight out of a true crime documentary.”
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as they work to piece together exactly what happened.
