New Search Operation Launched in Onhaye After Child's Body Found
Translated from Dutch, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A new search operation is underway in Onhaye, Belgium, near where a child's body was discovered.
- Authorities suspect the body is that of 5-year-old Tyméo, who has been missing, and an autopsy is scheduled.
- The search also continues for the child's father, Bryan Brigou, who has been missing since June.
Onhaye, Belgium – A renewed search operation has commenced in the vicinity of Onhaye, Belgium, following the discovery of a child's body yesterday. Authorities strongly suspect the remains belong to 5-year-old Tyméo, who has been missing since June. An autopsy is scheduled to confirm the identity and determine the cause of death.
The search efforts are focused on thoroughly examining the area surrounding where the child's body was found in a wooded region along the N97, approximately two kilometers from a local football field. Reports indicate that around 60 officers, including local and federal police, mounted units, and K9 teams, are participating in the operation. Aerial support has also been deployed.
Various elements at the scene strongly suggest that it is little Tyméo.
Simultaneously, authorities continue their search for Tyméo's father, Bryan Brigou, aged 29. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear. Brigou's vehicle was discovered on June 28th near the parking lot of the local football club, the same area where a security zone has now been established.
While formal identification is pending, the prosecutor's office and investigators indicated yesterday evening that "various elements at the scene" strongly suggest the body is that of young Tyméo. However, the precise cause and circumstances of the child's death are still unknown. The prosecutor's office has stressed that all investigative avenues remain open, and all possible scenarios are being thoroughly examined.
All pistes remain open and all possible scenarios are being thoroughly investigated.
Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.