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Jayden Spicer, 10, was found dead nearly a week after he was reported missing from his home

An extensive search churned out no results, until an alleged confession led police to his body

His mother was arrested on charges of manslaughter in connection with his death

A Kentucky mother is facing multiple charges after her missing son was found dead in a shallow grave nearly a week after he disappeared.

Jayden Spicer, 10, was reported missing on Aug. 6 in Breathitt County, Ky., sparking a days-long search effort, according to statements from the Kentucky State Police.

During the investigation, police were led to a heavily wooded area on Tuesday, Aug. 12, where they found his remains in a shallow grave, authorities said.

Jayden's mother Felicia A. Gross, 33, was then arre

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