Daniel Griner Jr. was reported missing around 6:30 p.m. Friday by his mother, 24-year-old Nakira M. Griner, who said that the toddler had been abducted.
At approximately 3 a.m. Saturday, the child's remains were found in the yard of 21 Woodland Drive, the home of Nakira Griner.
Upon further investigation, Griner was charged with first-degree murder and endangering the welfare of a child, among other charges.
No additional arrests are expected at this time.
The case remains under investigation.
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