Tragedy Strikes: Child Found Dead in Retention Pond
Heartbreaking news unfolded in a quiet neighborhood near Fry Road and West Road when Harris County Precinct 5 deputy constables responded to a call about a missing 5-year-old child on Keegans Ledge Lane.
Tragically, shortly after their arrival, the child was found in a nearby retention pond and was confirmed dead on the scene by authorities, as reported by Ed Gonzalez.
Heartbreaking. Pct 5 deputies responded to the 20500 blk of Keegans Ledge Ln. A 5-year-old child with Autism was reported missing. Shortly after arriving on scene, units discovered the child in a nearby retention pond. The child was confirmed deceased on-scene. #HouNews pic.twitter.com/D3Vt1QCq6w
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) September 22, 2024
Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of the child during this devastating time. KHOU 11 reporter Troy Kless is en route to the scene, and we will provide updates as they become available.