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Law enforcement authorities do not suspect foul play in the death of the 4-year-old girl. However, Worcester County Sheriff Matt Crisafulli stated on Monday that investigators have not ruled out accidental drowning as a possible cause of death.
The latest updates regarding the investigation and community response include:
Investigation Details
- The Location: Initial local reports indicate that the child's body was recovered by sheriff's deputies from the Pocomoke River at approximately 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, shorty after she was reported missing from her nearby home.
- Medical Examination: Her body has been sent to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore to officially establish the cause of death.]
- Active Case: The Worcester County Sheriff's Office County Bureau of Investigation maintains responsibility for the active, ongoing case. Authorities have not publicly identified the child out of respect for the family's privacy. [Community Support
- Candlelight Vigil: Hundreds of community members, local officials, and first responders gathered at Cypress Park on Sunday evening. Mayor Todd J. Nock led the service to support the grieving family.
- Call for Privacy: Pocomoke City Police Chief Hancock has requested that residents refrain from online speculation while detectives complete their work.
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