UK Search for 3 year old Xielo Maruziva who fell into river in Leicestershire, 18 Feb 2024

[imstilla.grandma]

His mother said: "Xielo is a cheeky, funny, friendly, smart, caring and independent little boy.

"He never fails to make me laugh or smile and always loves a cuddle and some kisses.

"Xielo loves playing with his toys and watching cartoons including Bino and Fino.

"Me, his dad and the whole family are so heartbroken at what has happened.

"We thank everyone who has supported us and helped us during this time. All we want is for Xielo to be found as soon as possible."

Leicester: Boy missing in river is bundle of joy, says mother

A search for Xielo Maruziva, who fell into a river in Leicester on Sunday, is into its fourth day.

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[Amonet]

The photo of Xielo just brings home how tiny and vulnerable he is..No chance against the river's power :-(

Beautiful little boy.

 

[LadyL]

A two-year-old boy reported to have fallen into the River Soar has today been named as Xielo Maruziva.

A search has been ongoing in the area since Sunday afternoon (18 February) after Xielo was reported to have fallen into the water at the Aylestone Meadows area, near to Marsden Lane.

Xielo’s family have today described their son as a “cheeky, funny” boy who is “a bundle of joy”. They have also thanked members of the community for their ongoing support.

Xielo’s mother said:

“Xielo is a cheeky, funny, friendly, smart, caring and independent little boy. He never fails to make me laugh or smile and always loves a cuddle and some kisses.

“Xielo loves playing with his toys and watching cartoons including Bino and Fino.

“Me, his dad and the whole family are so heartbroken at what has happened. We thank everyone who has supported us and helped us during this time. We are extremely grateful for this.

“All we want is for Xielo to be found as soon as possible. Thank you.”

Xielo’s father added:

“Xielo is a bundle of joy to us.

“He is a charming and creative little boy and has just started at nursery. He loves cuddles, playing with his toys and going to the park.

“As a family we have been completely devastated over the past few days as the search for Xielo continues. It is hard to describe the pain and suffering we are going through.

“We would like to thank the search teams at the scene. We would also like to thank members of the public for all of your support. It is your prayers which are keeping us strong.


“We kindly ask that people wait for updates through the authorities in relation to the search as we continue to be overwhelmed with enquiries and messages at this time.

“Thank you all for your ongoing love and support.”

Further information regarding the ongoing search can be found here - https://orlo.uk/rrmzo

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adorable little guy

 

[imstilla.grandma]

His father said in a statement: “Xielo is a bundle of joy to us. He is a charming and creative little boy and has just started at nursery. He loves cuddles, playing with his toys and going to the park.”

His devastated mother said: “Xielo is a cheeky, funny, friendly, smart, caring and independent little boy... All we want is for Xielo to be found as soon as possible.”

Desperate search for missing Xielo Maruziva, 2, enters sixth day – live

Toddler’s father was rushed to hospital having tried to save his son after he fell into the River Soar

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[StillDiggin]

Peter is going to be searching
A search operation to locate a two-year-old boy who fell into the River Soar has continued over the weekend – and will do so this week.

At around 5pm on Sunday 18 February, a report was received stating Xielo Maruziva had fallen into the river in Aylestone Meadows, close to Marsden Lane.

As part of ongoing efforts to locate him, the search parameter has since been widened, with the operation focussing on the stretch of river around Watermead Park and Birstall over the weekend.

Officers from Leicestershire Police continue to be supported by specialist diving teams from Nottinghamshire Police and Lincolnshire Police, as well as other forces and search and rescue teams from across the region and country. Support in the air has also been provided by the National Police Air Service (NPAS).

Following further conversations with search specialists and Xielo’s family, support will be provided by Specialist Group International (SGI) from tomorrow (Tuesday 27 February).

Assistant Chief Constable Michaela Kerr said: “We continue to be grateful to the support we’ve been shown by the public and colleagues from other forces and agencies.

“We’re in regular contact with Xielo’s family and are continuing to support them in what remains a very upsetting time. Our search operation to locate Xielo continues to widen as we know he may have travelled further from where he went into the water – and potentially outside our force area.

“I would like to reassure you that our operation is continuing and our teams will be carrying out co-ordinated searches at various points along the river. Our decision to involve SGI in the search in liaison with Xielo’s family and having spoken to both the company and independent specialists.

“I’d also like to remind the public that the river is dangerous and that they should not go into the water themselves. Thank you.”

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Leicestershire Police

A search operation to locate a two-year-old boy who fell into the River Soar has continued over the weekend – and will do so this week. At around 5pm on Sunday 18 February, a report was received...

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Private diving team joins search for missing Leicester boy

The search area has also widened after two-year-old Xielo Maruziva fell into the River Soar.

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Expert divers from a private company will join the search for a missing two-year-old boy after he fell into a river in Leicester, police said.

Xielo Maruziva fell into the River Soar, in the Aylestone area, at about 17:00 GMT on 18 February.

A police search to find him, involving specialist teams, is now in its second week.

 

[imstilla.grandma]

Mr Faulding claimed Xielo’s family had contacted him to request his help, but that his offer of support was ignored by police.

Now, Mr Faulding and experts from private company Specialist Group International (SGI) will join the operation after “further conversations with search specialists and Xielo’s family”.

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Peter Faulding, who has worked on cases involving serial killers, has joined the hunt for missing toddler Xielo Maruziva

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[MollyHarps]

Mr Faulding claimed Xielo’s family had contacted him to request his help, but that his offer of support was ignored by police.

Now, Mr Faulding and experts from private company Specialist Group International (SGI) will join the operation after “further conversations with search specialists and Xielo’s family”.

Who is Peter Faulding? Diving expert called in to help with Nicola Bulley

Peter Faulding, who has worked on cases involving serial killers, has joined the hunt for missing toddler Xielo Maruziva

www.independent.co.uk

To be fair to Peter I would let him help with this one.

With the facts & CCTV footage there’s no way that he can make media comments regarding him not being there like he did in the NB case

 

[Allabouttrial]

Mr Faulding claimed Xielo’s family had contacted him to request his help, but that his offer of support was ignored by police.

Now, Mr Faulding and experts from private company Specialist Group International (SGI) will join the operation after “further conversations with search specialists and Xielo’s family”.

Who is Peter Faulding? Diving expert called in to help with Nicola Bulley

Peter Faulding, who has worked on cases involving serial killers, has joined the hunt for missing toddler Xielo Maruziva

www.independent.co.uk

Is he seriously starting another media campaign on the back of a missing person case??!! No shame.

 

[Allabouttrial]

To be fair to Peter I would let him help with this one.

With the facts & CCTV footage there’s no way that he can make media comments regarding him not being there like he did in the NB case

Maybe not but he's already started in on the police because they wouldn't let him play with them.

He needs to start realising these cases are not about him and his bruised ego.

 

[StillDiggin]

Searches have now been scaled back for Xielo. Police haven’t ruled out targeted searches in the future.

https://www.leics.police.uk/news/leicestershire/news/2024/march/accs-thanks-for-overwhelming-support-during-ongoing-search-for-xielo-maruziva/?fbclid=IwAR0TO8RaVQtDScq-2BzA2dgIzyv7gQ6PNkEXPaPqISH48M2ST2SYJbGeoWc_aem_Aac3UZ_FajPTBLwFSNxE7FaT5EmkGWDevrBdVSVkEIByOESDAk1Vg6b0O3LgM_ksa18