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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 8, 2026Hillsborough

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office reports death of 5-year-old boy in Carrollwood retention pond

Emergency crews recovered the body of a 5-year-old boy with autism from a retention pond at the Northgreen at Carrollwood apartment complex following a search. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office confirmed the incident.

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Why It Matters

This incident highlights a local public safety outcome involving a missing child and the response of county emergency services.

Key Facts

  • A 5-year-old boy with autism was reported missing.
  • The boy was found dead in a retention pond.
  • The incident occurred at the Northgreen at Carrollwood apartment complex.
  • The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office led the search and recovery effort.

Who's Mentioned

organizationHillsborough County Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency that conducted the search and recovery.”other140“The number of deputies who responded to the scene.”personChad Chronister“Hillsborough County Sheriff who provided details on the search and emphasized wa”locationNorthgreen at Carrollwood“The apartment complex where the incident occurred.”