For almost a week there has been no trace of Émile in France. Investigators do not rule out that the boy was the victim of an animal.
In the search for two-year-old Émile, who disappeared six days ago in the south of France, investigators do not rule out that an animal could also have something to do with the disappearance. An attack by a bird of prey is conceivable, broadcaster “BFMTV” reported on Friday, referring to the Public Ministry.
According to the authorities, other hypotheses are an accident, a crime or even family involvement in the disappearance. The boy disappeared in the town of Le Vernet, of 125 inhabitants, on Saturday night last week. Despite intensive searches, no trace of the boy was found.
much speculation
In the remote mountain village, residents also speculated about a wolf attack. However, it is extremely rare for wolves to attack humans. A final search by about 50 police officers in the area around the city ended late on Thursday with no result.
Mayor François Balique imposed a ban on access to the site for strangers until Monday night in order to protect the boy’s family and residents. Disaster tourism should also be avoided. As the mayor of the newspaper “Le Figaro” said, he could probably imagine a traffic accident after which the driver invited the boy in a panic.
low chances of survival
The boy was on vacation with his grandparents in the city when they lost sight of him on Saturday night. Several other relatives were living with the grandparents at the time. The mayor told “Figaro” that he rules out the possibility that the family could have something to do with the disappearance. Investigators are currently focused on interviewing people who might provide an indication of the boy’s fate. Your chances of surviving without food and drink are now very slim.
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