After the remains found in Queens were confirmed to be that of Avonte, the lawyer representing the family said that he will file a lawsuit against the city of New York on the family’s behalf. Attorney David Perecman said he will file the legal claim on behalf of the family. He said Avonte’s mother, Vanessa Fontaine,… Continue reading Avonte’s Family Plans Lawsuit against New York City
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Oquendo’s Family Lawyer – “Unfortunatley, there is good reason to think it’s him [Avonte]
The desperate, three-months-long search for missing autistic teenager Avonte Oquendo appeared Friday to be coming to a tragic close. Skeletal remains clad in clothing that appeared to match the outfit 14-year-old Avonte was wearing when he ran off from his school on Oct. 4 were discovered by a teenaged photographer in Queens along the East… Continue reading Oquendo’s Family Lawyer – “Unfortunatley, there is good reason to think it’s him [Avonte]
Possible Remains of Missing Avonte Oquendo Found on Queens NY
Authorities in Queens are investigating the discovery of remains found next to the East River, and sources tell Eyewitness News that police have notified the family of missing autistic teenager Avonte Oquendo about the investigation. The remains, said to be a human arm and legs, were found on a rock in the water near the… Continue reading Possible Remains of Missing Avonte Oquendo Found on Queens NY