Girl Who Wandered From Home in Clayton County Found Safe

Authorities say a nearly four-hour, widespread search that involved multiple local and state agencies found a 5-year-old girl who had wandered away from her residence Saturday night in Clayton County. According to the Clayton County Sheriff’s department, the girl had wandered away from her home at approximately 7:30 p.m. Saturday night. A release stated that deputies conducted an initial search of the area but were unable to locate the girl. Additional resources were called to the scene, including several drone services. The girl was found at approximately 11:20 p.m. about a half mile from her residence. The girl was taken to MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center as a precaution and reunited with her family.