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Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office reports death of 5-year-old boy in Carrollwood retention pond
Emergency crews discovered the body of a 5-year-old boy with autism in a retention pond at the Northgreen at Carrollwood apartment complex following a search. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office confirmed the incident concluded the search for the missing child.
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This incident involves the death of a minor in a residential , highlighting local emergency response outcomes in Hillsborough County.
Key Facts
- A 5-year-old boy with autism was found dead in a retention pond.
- The incident occurred at the Northgreen at Carrollwood apartment complex.
- The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office confirmed the discovery following a search for the missing child.
Who's Mentioned
organizationHillsborough County Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency that conducted the search and recovery.”other140“Number of deputies who responded to the scene.”personChad Chronister“Sheriff of Hillsborough County who provided details on the search and emphasized”locationNorthgreen at Carrollwood“The apartment complex where the incident occurred.”