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Autistic Girl, 3, Drowns in Jacksonville Pond
24 Aug
Summary
- A 3-year-old autistic girl drowned in a retention pond.
- The incident occurred in North Jacksonville on Monday morning.
- Foul play is not suspected by authorities at this time.
A devastating incident has occurred in North Jacksonville, where a 3-year-old autistic girl tragically drowned in a retention pond. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office was alerted just after 7:30 a.m. on Monday to a missing child at the Waterside Townhomes at River City. Officers immediately commenced a search of the area.
Their search led to the heartbreaking discovery of the child a short time later. The Homicide Unit and Crime Scene Unit are now investigating the circumstances of the drowning and how the child exited her residence. Foul play is not suspected by law enforcement at this time.
The Florida Department of Children and Families and the Medical Examiner's Office are also involved in the investigation. This event is a stark reminder of the significant water safety risks for children with autism. Authorities have shared water safety tips for parents and caregivers.
