Missing Michigan Toddler Found Dead After Wandering from Home Barefoot

The search for a missing Michigan toddler ended Tuesday after law enforcement reportedly found his body in a Clinton County river.

According to police, Clinton County Sheriff Sean Dush confirmed that 2-year-old Jermain Jones was found dead Tuesday at the Looking Glass River, following a large-scale search in Watertown Township.

“It is with great sadness that we are reporting that the missing child was located deceased,” Clinton County Sheriff’s Office posted on Facebook. “Please pray for the family during this tragic time.”

As CrimeOnline previously reported, was reported missing at around 2 p.m. Monday and was last seen walking from his home off South Bauer Road in northern Watertown.

Dush said that the child was with a babysitter Monday, who said she was in the shower for less than 10 minutes when he wandered off, Wood TV reports. No foul play is suspected at this time, police said.

The story is developing. Check back for updates.

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[Feature Photo via Clinton County SO]