Urgent Search for Missing Child Near Disney World
Walt Disney World Resort is a place of wonder and joy, but the unthinkable can happen even in the happiest of places. Recently, a family experienced a nightmare when their three-year-old son went missing near the entrance of Walt Disney World Resort.
Deputies Intensify Search Efforts
Authorities in Orange County are ramping up their search for a missing three-year-old boy with autism, last seen close to Disney World. The young boy’s disappearance has mobilized a significant search effort, with deputies and volunteers scouring the area around the famed theme park.
This search is especially challenging due to the boy’s autism, which can complicate communication and understanding in stressful situations. The community is on high alert, hoping for a swift and safe resolution to this distressing incident.
Identifying the Missing Boy
The missing child’s name is Rakim Akbari, also known as “Tuda.” Rakim is a black boy with black hair and brown eyes, standing 2 feet tall. He was last seen wearing white pajama pants and a maroon shirt.
Details of the Disappearance
Rakim wandered away from a resort located at 8800 Palm Village Circle near State Road 535 and World Center Drive. Given the high number of visitors in this area due to its proximity to Walt Disney World Resort, deputies hope someone has seen Rakim.
If you have any information, please call 911 immediately. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has issued the following statement:
“MISSING CHILD: We need your help locating 3-year-old Rakim Akbari, who wandered away from a resort in the 8800 block of Palm Village Circle this morning (7/18). That is near State Road 535 and World Center Drive. Rakim, who also goes by ‘Tuda,’ has autism, and there is extreme concern for his well-being. He was wearing white pajama pants and a maroon shirt when he was last seen this morning. Please share, and if you see Rakim, call 911 immediately.”
Community Hope and Vigilance
The community remains hopeful that Rakim will be reunited with his family soon. If you notice a young child alone at Walt Disney World Resort or its surrounding areas, it is crucial to call 911 or notify a nearby Disney cast member.
