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Seminole County sheriff’s officials told news outlets David Sparks, 2, and Davielle Sparks, 3, were found in a pond near the Highcroft Pointe townhomes in Longwood. (Credit: Google Street View) Two young children have died after being pulled from a pond near their home in central Florida, deputies said. Seminole County sheriff’s officials told news outlets David Sparks, 2, and Davielle Sparks, 3, were found in a pond near the Highcroft Pointe townhomes in Longwood. They had been reported missing around 7:20 p.m. Sunday. Deputies conducted a search of the area and found both children Sunday night, officials said. The children were taken to a hospital where they were pronounced dead, officials said. There were no additional details on the case. An investigation is continuing.