In Kissimmee, a tragic incident has occurred where a 4-year-old was discovered deceased in a nearby pond.
As per the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, a report was received about a 4-year-old girl who had gone missing on Monday at around 7 p.m. The incident occurred on Derby Drive in Kissimmee. Deputies were immediately dispatched to the location.
According to reports, the child was last spotted in the backyard in the company of a family dog, close to a gated retention pond. According to a statement from the sheriff’s office, the child disappeared from sight and the dog was observed swimming in the pond mere minutes later.
Bloodhounds and fire crews were called to the scene where a child was found submerged and deceased in a pond.
According to officials, there were no indications of foul play at the scene, and it seems to be a tragic accident.