5-year old autistic boy found dead in pond after going missing as family was unpacking in new home

Authorities in Florida said a 5-year-old non-verbal autistic boy was found dead in a pool a day after he was reported missing as they were unpacking in their new family home.

In a statement, the Collier County Sheriff’s Office said the minor, identified as Jaylen Saintelien, disappeared around 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 26. Authorities said Jaylen and his family had just moved into a home on Magnolia Pond Circle and were unpacking when they realized he was nowhere to be found.

The family ultimately called 911 after they quickly searched for Jaylen inside the home and nearby areas…

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