Missing boy found dead 3 days after 8th birthday

An eight-year-old boy who went missing in the Philippines on May 21 was found dead on a riverbank three weeks later. Authorities believe the child, who had a mental disability, likely succumbed to hunger after getting lost in the dense forest.
Why it matters
This tragic incident highlights the challenges of search and rescue operations in remote, difficult terrain and the vulnerabilities of individuals with disabilities.
Missing boy found dead 3 days after 8th birthday
The report relies on official police statements and provides a factual account of the recovery operation.
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