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Parents of Javeayah Harris dissolved her body with chemicals and ‘poured’ her remains into lake, sheriff says
By News 12 team coverage, Emily Van de Riet at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT/Gray News) — The remains of a 4-year-old girl were dissolved with chemicals by her parents and “poured” into a South Carolina lake, Aiken County Sheriff Marty Sawyer said.While some of Javeayah Harris’ remains were found, the sheriff said it is unlikely that authorities wil...
Key takeaway (WRDW/WAGT/Gray News) — The remains of a 4-year-old girl were dissolved with chemicals by her parents and “poured” into a South Carolina lake, Aiken County Sheriff Marty Sawyer said.
Why this matters in The Midland
While this horrific crime occurred outside of Midland , the case of Javeayah Harris serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in our own community. As a region with a strong sense of family and close-knit neighborhoods, it's crucial that we remain aware of the potential for abuse and neglect in our own backyard. The fact that Javeayah's parents were able to conceal their actions for a time before confessing highlights the need for continued support of local organizations that work to prevent child abuse and provide resources for families in need. In Midland, this means bolstering efforts to identify and report suspicious activity, as well as providing a safety net for vulnerable children and families. By learning from this tragic case, we can work towards creating a safer and more supportive environment for all children in our community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT/Gray News) — The remains of a 4-year-old girl were dissolved with chemicals by her parents and “poured” into a South Carolina lake, Aiken County Sheriff Marty Sawyer said.While some of Javeayah Harris’ remains were found, the sheriff said it is unlikely that authorities wil...
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