UPDATE: The mother of a missing 10-year-old girl from Florida has been arrested and charged with child neglect. Passha Davis, aged 34, remains in custody at the Broward County Jail as of Wednesday morning following her arrest on October 31, 2023.
Gabrielle Terrelonge, the missing child, was the subject of a statewide Missing Child Alert issued by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement on October 30. Authorities confirmed that Gabrielle was last seen with her mother at a Walmart in June, but her disappearance wasn’t reported until late October when her father filed a report after Davis was arrested for shoplifting.
In court on Wednesday, Davis’ attorney maintained her innocence, stating she is not guilty of child neglect. Davis’ bond has been set at $100,000. The court proceedings did not address Gabrielle’s current whereabouts, heightening concerns about the child’s safety.
According to reports, Gabrielle’s aunt revealed that Davis has been facing significant challenges, including mental health issues and homelessness. The public is urged to assist in locating Gabrielle. Anyone with information about her whereabouts is encouraged to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or local law enforcement.
The case has drawn significant public attention, with many expressing outrage and concern for Gabrielle’s wellbeing. As the investigation unfolds, authorities are focusing on gathering more information about the circumstances surrounding Gabrielle’s disappearance.
This urgent situation continues to develop, and updates will be provided as more details become available. The community remains hopeful for Gabrielle’s safe return.
