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Munawar was reported missing around 4:35 p.m. Thursday, May 4, and was last seen about an hour earlier, officials in Stafford County said.
A massive search brought authorities and neighbors alike to a Rappahannock Landing subdivision, with a command post established at the subdivision’s Community Center.
The Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Team began combing the nearby area as deputies and detectives conducted a canvas of the neighboring homes. The Drone Team flew overhead while social media and Reverse911 were utilized to inform the public and generate tips.
Fire and Rescue launched a boat to check the nearby Rappahannock River and assisted at the Command Post. Sheriff’s Office K-9 Teams attempted tracks around the scene as well.
At 7:08 p.m., Munawar was found within a small body of water approximately half-a-mile from her home, officials said. She was quickly removed from the water and a deputy began performing CPR.
The young girl was transported to Marry Washington Hospital where lifesaving procedures were conducted for more than an hour, before she was pronounced dead.
"While we are still in the initial stages of our investigation this appears to be a tragic accident," Stafford County Sheriff spokesman Ryan Wilbur said. "There are no words to describe our grief at this devastating outcome. Our hearts and prayers go out to the victim’s family during this difficult time."
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