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Dave, in a trembling voice, explained that “he was playing outside when the garbage truck arrived.” But it came at the wrong moment. “I left for a second, and he is gone.”
Malaya clung to Dave’s hand, her fear reflecting in her eyes, as she begged the neighbors: “Please help us find our child.” We must find him! The neighbors gathered together to form a search team, scouting the entire neighborhood in an effort to find the missing child.
Pointless
Dave thought back to Malaya’s warning earlier as the search progressed. He was struck by the importance of Malaya’s words and wished that he had listened. He knew that every second was crucial in the face of danger and regretted leaving his son alone, even for just a moment.
Dave saw him just as the search for the man was becoming pointless. Many suggested calling the police. Carey and the garbage truck driver were walking back to their home together.
