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Florida authorities have issued an urgent alert regarding the disappearance of two African American children in the Homestead area, south of Miami, raising concerns among the local community and prompting a call for public cooperation.
This is about Ivy Mitchell, a 6-year-old girl, and Davin Mitchell Jr., a 10-year-old boy, last seen on Monday morning in the 12800 block of Southwest 242nd Street, as confirmed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
The disappearance of both children has caused concern among neighbors and family members, who fear for their physical and emotional well-being.
Ivy was last seen wearing a white dress. Meanwhile, Davin was dressed in a black shirt and white and black pants, reports NBC News.
The girl, of African descent, is approximately 4 feet 3 inches (1.30 m) tall, weighs about 100 pounds (45 kg), and has black hair and brown eyes.
Meanwhile, the boy, also of African descent, is approximately 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 m) tall, weighs about 190 pounds (86 kg), and has black hair and brown eyes.
Both were reported missing since Monday morning, and since then there has been no news of their whereabouts.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is leading the search and has requested the public's assistance in obtaining any information that could help locate them.
Those who can provide relevant information should call 305-596-8176 immediately or contact 911.
Many residents of Homestead have started sharing the alert on social media, fearing that time is working against them.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Disappearance of Children in Florida
Who are the missing children in Homestead, Florida?
The missing children are Ivy Mitchell, 6 years old, and Davin Mitchell Jr., 10 years old. Ivy was last seen wearing a white dress, and Davin was wearing a black shirt and black and white pants. Both are African American and were reported missing since Monday morning in Homestead, south of Miami.
How can I assist in the search for Ivy and Davin?
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office has requested the public's assistance. If you have any relevant information regarding the whereabouts of the children, you must call 305-596-8176 or 911 immediately. Additionally, it is recommended to share the alert on social media to increase the visibility of the case.
What measures are the authorities in Florida taking to find the missing children?
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office is leading the search for the children. An urgent alert has been issued, and community collaboration has been requested. Authorities are using all available resources to locate Ivy and Davin as soon as possible.
Are there any recent cases of missing minors in Florida or Cuba?
Yes, there are other recent cases of minors going missing. In Cuba, for instance, two girls named Ainhoa and Lia went missing in the municipality of Florida, Camagüey, but they were found safe and sound. There have also been cases in Florida where minors have been subjects of Amber Alerts, such as the abduction of a six-year-old boy by his mother during a supervised visit in Miami.
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