2 missing boys found in Willmar, pronounced dead

Authorities say two young boys reported missing died after they were found in shallow water near the Kandiyohi County Fairgrounds.

Willmar police say 10-year-old Idris Hussein and 11-year-old Ahmed Hashi went missing Tuesday night. Kandiyohi County sheriff deputies helped search for the boys.

KARE-TV reports the boys were found about 10 p.m. submerged in water near the entrance to the fairgrounds. They were pronounced dead at Rice Hospital.

Police say there's no indication of foul play.

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