The body of Waylon Childs, a 4-year-old who went missing in Ormond Beach, was discovered by a dive team on Sunday night.
Authorities reported that Waylon Childs was last seen with his father and two younger siblings in Central Park, Ormond Beach. The children, all under five years old, were enjoying a day out when Waylon went missing at around noon.
The Ormond Beach Police Department confirmed that the Volusia County Dive Team located Waylon’s body at 9:02 p.m. near Fleming Avenue in Central Park. Ormond Beach Police Chief Jesse Godfrey expressed heartfelt condolences to the family, describing the situation as a ‘heartbreaking tragedy.’
Chief Godfrey acknowledged the extensive efforts made by multiple agencies, including the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and the Volusia Sheriff’s Office, in conducting a comprehensive and exhaustive search for the missing child.
In a social media post, Chief Godfrey praised the support and dedication of the community and the agencies involved, reaffirming the department’s commitment to stand by Waylon’s family and the local community during this difficult time.
The tragic recovery of Waylon Childs’ body concludes an exhaustive search and highlights the community’s solidarity in the face of tragedy.
Source: News-journalonline
