Executive Summary: Tragic End to AMBER Alert for 5-Year-Old Darnell Taylor

“I am devastated by the death of Darnell Taylor, just 5 years old. This is not the outcome anyone wanted. I ask the community to lift up his family at such a difficult time. My thanks to Columbus Police for their swift and steadfast dedication to find the child, and to the numerous tips from the public.”

THE CITY OF COLUMBUS ANDREW J. GINTHER, MAYOR

• Event Summary: Darnell Taylor, a 5-year-old boy, was found dead in a sewage drain in Franklin County, Ohio, nearly 48 hours after a statewide AMBER Alert was issued for his disappearance.

• Key Developments:
  • AMBER Alert Issued: The alert was triggered early Wednesday morning following Darnell’s disappearance along with his legal guardian, Pammy Maye.
  • Discovery: Darnell’s body was discovered early Friday morning, marking a tragic end to the search.
  • Legal Guardian’s Involvement: Pammy Maye, initially charged with kidnapping and child endangerment, will now face a murder charge in connection with Darnell’s death.
  • Custody and Investigation: Maye was taken into custody Thursday night near Cleveland, under circumstances unrelated to Darnell’s discovery. She revealed the location of Darnell’s body to investigators, leading to the discovery in a sewage drain.
  • Ongoing Investigation: Columbus Police have declared the case a homicide investigation, committing to bringing justice for Darnell.

Community Impact: The incident has deeply affected the Columbus community, turning a hopeful search for a missing child into a mourning for his loss and a quest for justice.

This summary provides busy parents with a concise overview of the tragic events leading to the death of Darnell Taylor and the subsequent legal actions.

Source: https://abc6onyourside.com/