It was a heart-wrenching five days for the people of Polk County as they came together in a desperate search for 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham. Family and friends, including a family friend named Don Steven McDougal, rallied to find her. But the outcome was devastating.
Sadly, Audrii’s lifeless body was discovered tied to a large rock with a familiar rope that the police had reportedly seen before. The search had come to a tragic end.
Now, the shocking truth has emerged as Don Steven McDougal has been arrested and charged with Audrii’s murder. The very person who had joined the search effort is now suspected of taking her life.
According to reports, McDougal was initially helping the authorities in the search. However, during questioning, he refused to provide any further details after admitting that he had left the house with Audrii on the day she went missing. Polk County Sheriff Byron Lyons expressed his thoughts, stating that it seemed McDougal was attempting to portray himself as innocent and concerned about Audrii’s disappearance.
The case takes an even more disturbing turn as it was revealed that McDougal has a prior criminal record, including convictions for child enticement. The extent of McDougal’s involvement in Audrii’s life remains unclear.
As we await further updates on this developing report, our hearts go out to Audrii’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.
