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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
National
Dan Jervis-Bardy

Police locate body of missing boy in Yerrabi Pond

Police on the scene on Sunday morning. Picture by Dan Jervis-Bardy

Police have located the body of missing boy Pranav Vivekanandan after search efforts resumed at Yerrabi Pond on Sunday morning.

Pranav's body was pulled from the water around 10.45am.

In a statement, police said investigations were underway into his death, which came after his mother and brother were found dead in the pond on Saturday morning.

"Sadly, the 8-year-old boy we posted about as missing yesterday, has been located deceased in Yerrabi Pond," police said.

"The investigations into his death, and those of his mother and brother who were also discovered deceased in Yerrabi Pond yesterday, are continuing.

"At this stage, police do not believe any other party was involved.

"A report is being prepared for the coroner."

  • Support is available for those who may be distressed. Phone Lifeline 13 11 14; Mensline 1300 789 978; Kids Helpline 1800 551 800; beyondblue 1300 224 636; 1800-RESPECT 1800 737 732.
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