developmental disabilities
Coverage of developmental disabilities in the Nexus archive.
- Missing 6-year-old’s body found in pond, police say
Police in Georgia found the body of 6-year-old John Ross III, who had developmental disabilities, in a pond Sunday evening. The boy was reported missing Saturday from Meadow Springs Apartments in College Park. Crews utilized multiple agencies, including dive teams and K-9 units, to locate his body near the apartment complex.
- Sunrise Police bring K-9s for interactive demonstration with summer campers at JAFCO’s Children’s Ability Center
Sunrise Police Department K-9 units and their officers conducted an interactive demonstration for summer campers at Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options’ Children’s Ability Center. The event allowed children with developmental disabilities to pet the dogs and learn about their roles in public safety.
- 32-year-old woman with disabilities reported missing in Orange County
A 32-year-old woman with developmental disabilities, Loan Thi Anh Tran, is reported missing in Orange County after being last seen near Magnolia Street and McFadden Avenue in Westminster around 5 p.m. Sunday. She was believed to be wearing a red shirt and red pants.
- 40th annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge raises funds for Ann Storck Center in Pompano Beach
The 40th annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge in Pompano Beach raised funds for the Ann Storck Center, a nonprofit supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Over 100 participants attended the event, which featured volleyball competitions, raffles, and meals donated by local businesses like Oceanic and Jet's Pizza.
- Body of missing 8-year-old Celina boy recovered from pond
The body of 8-year-old MJ Ashmead, who had severe developmental disabilities and was reported missing in Celina, was recovered from a pond near his home. Police confirmed the boy's death was not suspected to involve foul play, and the community expressed grief over the loss.