Two young boys who disappeared in Daytona Beach, Florida, were found dead in a nearby pond early Sunday morning, according to the Daytona Beach Police Department. The tragic discovery concluded a frantic search that began over the weekend.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement identified the children as 3-year-old Elijah Hawkins and 5-year-old Kashh Williams. The boys were reported missing on Saturday, October 10, after they were last seen walking on foot near 1361 N. Clyde Morris Blvd. in Daytona Beach.
Police Discovery and Investigation
The Daytona Beach Police Department announced the finding in a Facebook update published at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 11. Authorities confirmed that the two missing children were located deceased in a pond near the area where they were last seen.
As of Sunday morning, law enforcement officials have not released further details regarding the exact circumstances surrounding the deaths. Detectives are actively investigating the incident to determine what happened.
Community Response and Privacy Request
Following the announcement, the Daytona Beach Police Department asked the public to give investigators the necessary time and space to conduct a thorough inquiry. Authorities also urged community members to be mindful and respectful of the grieving family’s privacy during this difficult time.
Due to the active nature of the investigation, the police department stated it would not provide additional public statements or media interviews immediately. Local authorities continue to piece together the timeline of events leading up to the tragic discovery.
