Mother Charged With 6-Year-Old North Chicago Boy's Death; Siblings Also Face Charges

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The mother and two siblings of a North Chicago boy have been charged with the 6-year-old’s death after his body was discovered by law enforcement in Gary, Indiana, authorities said Saturday.

After evidence contradicted the family's story, investigators turned their focus to the boy's home in North Chicago, according to a news release from the state's attorney's office.

Information from witnesses led to the discovery of Damari's body near an abandoned home in Gary, prosecutors stated. The young boy's mother, Jannie Perry, 38, was charged with first degree murder, concealment of a homicidal death and obstructing justice, according to the Lake County State's Attorney's office.Jeremiah R. Perry, 20, was charged with aggravated battery causing great bodily hard to a child under 12, concealing a homicidal death and obstructing justice.

A juvenile sibling faces charges in Lake County Juvenile Court, according to authorities. All three suspects were taken into custody Friday.More charges could be filed following the completion of an autopsy and as the investigation progresses, according to authorities. An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday in Crown Point, Indiana.

 

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I have no words for this. Poor little boy. 💔

Completely lost for words. 💔

There are no words, only tears for a little boy.

Animals.

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