DAVIDSON COUNTY, N.C. — A missing 3-year-old was found in Davidson County Wednesday morning with the use of drones, the sheriff's office said.
Just before 9 a.m., the sheriff's office got a call about the missing toddler in the 800 block of Gus Hill Road. Patrol units quickly responded and confirmed that the was not at home.
With the help of various divisions, including the specialized Drone Team, they were able to find the child within minutes after the drones were launched.
The toddler was found safe in a densely wooded area near a body of water. Davidson County EMS arrived and assessed the child's condition and confirmed that the child was healthy and unharmed.
The newly formed Drone Team has already proven to be an invaluable resource during search and rescue operations and will continue to implement their technology to keep the community safe.
