Overview
- John Ross III was reported missing from the 6000 block of Riverdale Road on Saturday evening, August 8, at about 7:43 p.m.
- Authorities later located John deceased in a pond near his last known location and have notified his family.
- John is described as about 4 feet 2 inches tall, roughly 50 pounds, nonverbal with a developmental disability, and was last seen wearing blue shorts without a shirt or shoes.
- Multiple agencies and specialized teams had been searching the area, including local police, sheriff’s offices, search-and-rescue units and a dive team.
- Investigators ask anyone with tips to call 911 or the Clayton County Police at 770-477-3747 and they are urging residents to preserve and share any relevant camera footage while respecting the family’s privacy.