NEW YORK, NY – In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the search for missing two-year-old Montrell Williams took a grim twist as a toddler’s body was discovered on the shores of Ferry Point Park in the Bronx. The authorities are working to confirm if the remains belong to Montrell, who vanished on May 10.
The scene at NYPD Harbor was somber as police officers, crime scene investigators, and the medical examiner’s office convened to address the tragic discovery. With the investigation ongoing, the toddler’s identity remains unverified, fueling an atmosphere of anxiety and uncertainty.
Montrell’s mother, determined to share her perspective, communicated via email her frustrations with the handling of her son’s disappearance. She recounted that upon reporting Montrell missing on May 10, authorities informed her they could not intervene since the child was with his father, suggesting the matter be addressed through family court proceedings. It wasn’t until May 30 that a custodial interference report was filed, prompting police to release Montrell’s photo and initiate a search along the Bronx River.
Further complicating the case, Montrell’s grandmother disclosed a heated argument with her son, the child’s father, on the day of Montrell’s disappearance. The NYPD has since taken the father into custody, charging him with custodial interference and identifying him as a person of interest in Montrell’s disappearance.
The police department is currently reviewing the initial reports regarding Montrell’s case and scrutinizing how they were managed. The NYPD emphasized its commitment to taking all missing person reports seriously, though Montrell’s mother expressed feeling let down by the system.
As the community awaits the results of the investigation, the focus remains on finding answers and delivering justice for Montrell.