Child found safe after reported missing near Orange Park Mall

ORANGE PARK, Fla. — UPDATE 9:25 a.m.- A spokesperson for Clay County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the child was found.

Clay County Sheriff’s Office said it’s looking for a missing child on Wells Road near the Orange Park Mall.

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According to detectives, deputies just got to the scene and are conducting a search and rescue in the area.

A description of the child is expected to come in shortly. Deputies are currently at the scene talking with family and witnesses.

Action News Jax will continue to follow the story and update you as events unfold.

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