The boy's body was found in the 18900 block of Grotto Lane on Jan. 24, at approximately 3 p.m., Montgomery County Police said. He is described as an unidentified black male.
Police are actively investigating the death as a homicide.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in Baltimore will conduct an autopsy to determine the manner and cause of death.
Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to call the Major Crimes Division at 240-773-5070 or 240-773-TIPS, or contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).
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