At a Glance
- Body of missing 4-year-old Johnathan Everett Boley found dead near home in Alabama.
- His father Jameson Kyle Boley arrested on explosives and chemical endangerment charges.
- Neighbors reported explosions weeks before the disappearance, though no direct link confirmed.
- Why it matters: The case underscores safety concerns and the complex investigation surrounding a child’s death and potential explosive threats.
The body of a 4-year-old boy who vanished on New Year’s Eve in Jasper, Alabama, was discovered Friday afternoon, prompting an investigation that has led to the arrest of his father on explosives-related charges.
Findings and Investigation
Sheriff Nick Smith announced that the body of Johnathan Everett Boley was found approximately 2 miles from his home. Sheriff Nick Smith stated:
> “We have located Johnathan, and Johnathan is deceased.”
Johnathan was last seen at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday near Highway 195 in a wooded, rural area of Jasper. He was wearing a yellow Mickey Mouse shirt, black pants, and Paw Patrol shoes.
- Last seen 11:30 a.m. Wednesday near Highway 195.
- Wore yellow Mickey Mouse shirt, black pants, Paw Patrol shoes.
- 6-year-old brother and dog were with him at the time of disappearance.
Explosive Device Investigation
During the search of the Boley property, explosive devices were discovered, leading to the arrest of Jameson Kyle Boley on an unlawful manufacture of a destructive device or bacteriological weapon charge.
> “Explosive devices were found on the child’s father’s property during the search and law enforcement had to ‘take care’ of the devices before they could execute a thorough search warrant.”
Sheriff Smith said the explosives charge had nothing to do with the search for Johnathan. He described the father as a former military member.
Family and Custody Context
Johnathan’s parents are separated; his mother moved to Florida last year. Under the custody agreement, the father is granted five days a year for visitation.
The mother visited Alabama on Wednesday evening and is cooperating with authorities, while the father was interviewed by the FBI on Wednesday.
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Eve | Johnathan goes missing | Jasper, AL |
| 11:30 a.m. Wed | Last seen near Highway 195 | Jasper, AL |
| 12:30 p.m. Wed | Missing child call | Jasper, AL |
| Friday | Body found ~2 miles from home | Near home |
| Friday | Father arrested on explosives charge | Boley property |
Key Takeaways
- Body of missing 4-year-old found near home.
- Father arrested on explosives and chemical endangerment charges.
- Neighbors reported explosions weeks before, but no confirmed link.
The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the connection between the explosive devices and the tragic death of Johnathan Boley.
