FOUND SAFE: 5-Year-Old Semi-Verbal Autistic Boy Jace Saunders Located in Tavares, Florida, After Intensive Search Effort; Grandmother Kelly Dasilva Cooperates with Authorities Amid Ongoing DCF Investigation; Community Breathes Collective Sigh of Relief as Jace Reunites with Family
In a heartwarming conclusion to a harrowing search effort, 5-year-old Jace Saunders has been found safe and sound in Tavares, Florida. The semi-verbal autistic child had gone missing earlier in the day, sparking a massive search operation that drew in local authorities, volunteers, and concerned citizens.
According to authorities, Jace was located in the presence of his grandmother, Kelly Dasilva, who had been named as a person of interest in the investigation. Dasilva has cooperated with authorities, and the circumstances surrounding Jace’s disappearance are still being investigated.
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) had been conducting an active investigation into Jace’s family situation prior to his disappearance. Authorities have confirmed that the DCF investigation is ongoing, but no further details have been released.
As news of Jace’s safe recovery spread, the community of Tavares breathed a collective sigh of relief. Concerned citizens who had participated in the search effort expressed their joy and gratitude on social media, using hashtags such as #JaceSaundersFound and #TavaresStrong.
Jace’s family has released a statement thanking the community for their support and assistance during the search effort. “We are overjoyed to have Jace back home safe and sound,” the statement read. “We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from our community, and we appreciate the tireless efforts of the authorities who worked to bring Jace home.”
As the community of Tavares comes together to celebrate Jace’s safe return, authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately.
The search for Jace had been a massive effort, with multiple agencies and organizations participating. The Tavares Police Department had set up a command center near Summerall Park, where Jace was last seen, and had been coordinating the search effort with the help of local volunteers and authorities.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) had also been involved in the investigation, providing resources and expertise to help locate Jace.
As the investigation into Jace’s disappearance continues, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The Tavares Police Department has established a tip line for anyone with information about Jace’s disappearance, and the FDLE is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in Jace’s disappearance.
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has also been involved in the search effort, providing resources and support to Jace’s family and the authorities.
As the community of Tavares celebrates Jace’s safe return, it is also important to recognize the importance of vigilance and community involvement in preventing and responding to missing child cases.
The search for Jace had highlighted the importance of community involvement and vigilance in preventing and responding to missing child cases. Authorities had urged residents to report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately, and to keep a close eye on their children, especially in public areas.
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) offers a range of resources and safety tips for parents and caregivers, including the NCMEC’s 24/7 hotline (1-800-THE-LOST).
In addition to the NCMEC’s resources, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) also offers a range of resources and safety tips for parents and caregivers, including the FDLE’s Missing Persons webpage.
As the community of Tavares celebrates Jace’s safe return, it is also important to recognize the importance of supporting families and children who have been affected by missing child cases.
The search for Jace had highlighted the importance of supporting families and children who have been affected by missing child cases. Authorities had urged residents to offer support and resources to Jace’s family, and to recognize the importance of providing emotional support and counseling to families and children who have been affected by missing child cases.
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) offers a range of resources and support services for families and children who have been affected by missing child cases, including the NCMEC’s Family Advocacy Division.
In addition to the NCMEC’s resources, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) also offers a range of resources and support services for families and children who have been affected by missing child cases, including the DCF’s Family Safety Program.
As the community of Tavares celebrates Jace’s safe return, it is also important to recognize the importance of promoting awareness and education about missing child cases.
