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Authorities in Oregon are battling a fire in the Doerner Fir, one of the world's tallest and oldest trees, which has lost about 50 feet due to the fire. Efforts include helicopter water drops and sprinklers, with the goal of preventing the tree's complete destruction. The cause is under investigation, but lightning has been ruled out, and the tree is currently not at risk of burning down entirely.
The body of 5-year-old Joshua James McCoy, who went missing in Hauser, Oregon, has been found deceased after an extensive search involving nearly 100 people, including local and federal agencies. McCoy was discovered approximately 1.6 miles from his home after a multi-day search effort that included K9 units, drones, and assistance from neighboring counties. The investigation into the circumstances of his disappearance is ongoing.
A 5-year-old boy, Joshua James McCoy, who went missing in Coos County, Oregon, was found dead two miles from his home. The search involved authorities from Oregon and California and began after his mother reported him missing on Saturday. The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released.
A 5-year-old boy with autism, Joshua James McCoy, was found dead near his home in Hauser, Oregon, after being reported missing by his mother, who said he disappeared while she napped. Authorities discovered his body less than two miles from his home, and the investigation is ongoing. Children with autism are known to wander, often towards dangerous areas, which may have contributed to the tragedy.
The Coos County sheriff's office has stated that they were forced to release the accused taxi cab killer, who was arrested for stabbing a cab driver, just days before the incident due to a lack of jail space. The sheriff's office has expressed frustration with the situation and is calling for more resources to be allocated to address the issue.