Body of missing 5-year-old found days after alleged abduction in Australia
The body of a 5-year-old girl, known as Kumanjayi Little Baby, was found in Alice Springs, Australia, five days after she was allegedly abducted from her home. Her mother released a heartfelt statement mourning the loss, while authorities confirmed the discovery and intensified efforts to locate the suspect, Jefferson Lewis. Northern Territory officials expressed grief over the tragedy and pledged full support for the investigation.
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World News Body of missing 5-year-old found days after alleged abduction in Australia By Alexandra Feiam and Joanne Williamson, News.com.au Published April 30, 2026, 11:16 a.m. ET Originally Published by: The mother of the little girl who was found dead five days after she was abducted from her Alice Springs home has released a heartbreaking statement. The body of the five-year-old, who her family has asked to be called Kumanjayi Little Baby, was found about midday local time on Thursday, just five kilometers from where she went missing late last Saturday night. “I miss you and I love you,” a statement read, which was delivered by NT Police executive director of cultural reform Leanne Liddle.
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