The Yorkville Police Department reported early Sunday morning that a body was discovered in an ongoing search for the missing 16-year-old Aiyana Williams. WGN-TV cited an announcement from the police, which stated, "It is with great sadness that the Yorkville Police Department confirms that a body has been located in the area of concern during the ongoing search for Aiyana Williams."
Williams had been missing since the previous Monday, when she was last seen in the Country Hills subdivision. According to both WGN-TV and CBS News, the police utilized foot patrols and drone operations in their quest to find her, the body was ultimately located early Sunday morning, although the girl's confirmation as the deceased has not yet been formally established, the department is expending all effort to delineate the circumstances of this tragic find.
Authorities previously implored the community to assist in the search by scanning their properties and examining any outdoor camera footage that might produce leads. They followed several tips and reviewed numerous surveillance videos to piece together William's last known movements and despite earlier statements indicating there was no apparent evidence of foul play, the discovery of the body now prompts an intense investigation to uncover the details surrounding the death.
Residents of the area, particularly those around the Country Hills subdivision, have been advised by the police to keep their distance while the investigation unfolds.
