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Tampa mother who allegedly left her child and disappeared has been found: TPD

Makayla Thedy
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TAMPA, Fla — Tampa Police said a 22-year-old mother who was reported missing and endangered was found Thursday morning.

TPD said Makayla Thedy, 22, was found and is getting connected with "the support she needs." Police also said her infant child was reunited with family members.

Thedy had been missing since 8 a.m. Wednesday. Police said she left her child alone earlier in the day. The child was found safe and being taken care of by other family members.

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