ORLANDO, Fla. – It is with heavy hearts that we must share that Orange County deputies have found Amere Baptiste deceased in a body of water near the home where he was reported missing earlier today.
“Our detectives are still looking into how this tragedy occurred. We are mourning his loss, and know our community joins us in extending our deepest condolences and prayers to his family,” said OCSO.
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Amere was last seen in the 12600 block of Victoria Place Circle in Orlando, Florida. He was wearing a dark-colored shirt, green pants, and white socks. Authorities were urging everyone to check the water.
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