Ex-Boyfriend Arrested for Murder of 5-Year-Old Boy Found in Panorama City Trash Bin

Arrest in Child's Death

• 🎯 Bryson Malik Gatis, the 22-year-old boyfriend of the child's mother, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
• 📌 The victim, 5-year-old Elijah, was found dead next to a garbage dumpster on Vanise Boulevard in Panorama City.
• ⚠️ The child's grandfather claims law enforcement had been called about child abuse prior to the incident.

Victim's Background and Family Statements

• 💙 Elijah is described by his grandfather as an autistic child who was loving, despite having slow speech.
• 💬 The grandfather expressed deep regret and anger, wishing he had intervened more forcefully.
• 👨‍👦 The child's mother, Camya Hearns, is reportedly with her father and is not in custody.

Suspect's Criminal History

• 🚨 Gatis has a long violent criminal record.
• ⚖️ There may have been an active bench warrant for his arrest on domestic violence charges.
• 🎤 Police are expected to release more information regarding the case.