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Autopsy to be performed on North Port toddler that died Tuesday

Autopsy to be performed on North Port toddler
Autopsy to be performed on North Port toddler
Posted at 11:12 AM, Jul 18, 2018
and last updated 2018-07-18 11:21:45-04

NORTH PORT, Fla. -- We are learning new details about the devastating death of a toddler in North Port on Tuesday.

20-month-old Ava Perry was reported missing by her parents Tuesday afternoon.  Shortly after, she was found in a canal a half-mile from her home.

Tuesday, neighbors, friends and family have been placing notes, flowers and balloon near the spot Ava was found.

Police say they are working with the Department of Children and Families on the case as a tragic accident.

There is still a very active investigation ongoing.

An autopsy is being performed Tuesday to determine the cause of death.