City of Boise, ID
08/06/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/06/2024 13:36
Update in search for missing 5 year old Matthew Glynn
Update in search for missing 5-year-old Matthew Glynn
August 6, 2024
Sad news from the search effort today, August 6, 2024, for Matthew Glynn. Search crews believe they have located Matthew deceased in the water approximately half a mile down the canal north of State Street. The Ada County Coroner's Office will make an official identification. The investigation is ongoing and at this point there appears to be no signs of foul play.
The search for Matthew began last night, August 5, 2024, around 5:52 pm. 5-year-old Matthew walked away from home near Alamosa and State Street. A large search effort was launched by Boise Police, Boise Fire and Idaho Mountain Search and Rescue. The search involved drones, K9s, UTVs and covered the canals, river, and other areas between Veterans Memorial Parkway and Eagle. Detectives with the Ada County Child Abduction Response Team also began an investigation and officers searched door to door in the area where he went missing.
"We are heartbroken over this development today. The water was initially our biggest concern and a large focus of our efforts. We want to thank our many partners for their response as well as the public for their willingness to help another member of our community in a time of need," said Boise Police Chief Ron Winegar.
"Sadly, this is not the outcome we were all hoping for. Our hearts go out to Matthew's family, and we extend our deepest condolences during this incredibly difficult time," said Boise Fire Chief Mark Niemeyer.
We encourage all members of Ada County to sign up for Code Red alerts here: https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/BF01DC4DD213?isMobile=true
Contact: Boise Police Media Relations
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