Heartbreaking news: Fate of two missing Florida children revealed (Photo)

DUANEWS | October 11, 2026

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — A desperate search for two young children who disappeared in Daytona Beach has ended in tragedy after authorities confirmed that both boys were found dead.

The children, identified as 5-year-old Elijah and 3-year-old Kashh, had been reported missing on Saturday, October 10, prompting an urgent search by local law enforcement.

According to reports citing the Daytona Beach Police Department, the boys were last seen near 1361 North Clyde Morris Boulevard.

Police searched the surrounding area as concerns grew for the children’s safety.

On Sunday morning, authorities confirmed the heartbreaking discovery: both children had been found deceased in a nearby pond.

The news brought a devastating end to the search and raised questions about the circumstances surrounding their disappearance.

Investigation continues

Authorities are investigating how the children ended up in the water and what happened in the hours leading up to their deaths.

As of Sunday morning, officials had not publicly established the precise circumstances of the tragedy or released a final determination regarding the cause of death.

Investigators have not announced findings indicating criminal involvement.

Police have also asked the public to respect the family’s privacy during this extremely difficult time.

A tragic ending

What began as an urgent search for two missing children has become a heartbreaking tragedy for their family and the Daytona Beach community.

The boys were just 3 and 5 years old.

Authorities are expected to provide further information as the investigation progresses.