The body of a 4-year-old boy who went missing in Sunrise was found by divers in a canal behind a house on Tuesday, officials said.
The incident happened in the 2400 block of Northwest 72nd Avenue.
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Authorities said the boy was autistic and non-verbal.
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Police said the boy managed to leave his home and made his way to the unfenced canal Tuesday afternoon.
"This heartbreaking incident is considered a tragic accident, and after an extensive investigation, no criminal charges are warranted. Due to the child's age and the ongoing nature of the investigation, no further details will be released at this time," police said in a statement.
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