Search for Missing Toddler Ends in Tragedy

WAUTOMA, Wis (WAUH)- New London Police say a three-year-old boy reported missing overnight Sunday was found upstream in the Wolf River Monday morning.

He was reported missing from his home near the New London Middle School about 5 am Monday morning. He was found about 7:17 am and taken to a hospital where he died.

Police are asking the public to respect the family’s privacy.

New London Police thanked everyone who helped in the search. That included New London Fire Department and First Responders, Gold Cross Ambulance, Waupaca and Outagamie County Sheriff Offices, Clintonville Police, Canadian Railroad police, and the Wisconsin DNR and State Patrol.