Father reunited with kids who were missing for nearly a year says they are ‘still in shock’
A father who has been reunited with his two missing children after nearly a year said his ex-wife, who is accused of kidnapping, kept them out of school and limited whom they interacted with so they wouldn’t be found.
‘It was a hoax’: Father charged after lying about baby being inside stolen Jeep to force investigators to find vehicle quicker, HCSO says
A father has been charged with making a false report to an officer after he told authorities that his 6-month-old son was in the back seat of his stolen Jeep, believing it would force investigators to find the vehicle quicker, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Samuel Olson case: Body believed to be missing 6-year-old arrives in Harris County, HPD says
An investigation is underway after a child was found dead Tuesday evening in a motel room in Jasper, according to KJAS.com and a KPRC 2 source. It has been reported that the child’s body is believed to be missing 6-year-old Samuel Olson.
HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? HCSO searching for missing 10-year-old
HOUSTON, Texas – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding a missing 10-year-old. Deputies say 10-year-old Tyler Hamilton was last seen in the 1300 block of Sable Glen Street around 6:45 p.m. The boy was described as 4′11, weighing 67 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was spotted running down Sable Glen wearing black shorts, a blue hoodie and no shoes, deputies said. Anyone with information about the boy’s whereabouts is asked to call the Harris County Sheriff’s Office at 713-755-7427.
UPDATE: AMBER Alert discontinued for 2-year-old boy from Celina
CELINA, Texas – The AMBER Alert that was issued for a 2-year-old from Celina, Texas has been discontinued Wednesday, according to officials. DISCONTINUED AMBER ALERT for Levy Pugh from Celina, TX, on 02/02/2021, Texas plate MDT1625. pic.twitter.com/eNfJ7K1D39 — Texas Alerts (@TX_Alerts) February 3, 2021The Celina Police Department was searching for Levy Pugh, who was last seen with Isaac Pugh, 42, Wednesday. The Celina Police Department is searching for Levy Pugh, who was last seen with Isaac Pugh, 42, Wednesday. Officers said the suspect 5-foot-11-inches and is driving a white 2019 Toyota Tacoma with a Texas license plate number MDT1625.
Child found walking in roadway in Fairfield returned to parents, deputy constables say
Lights atop a police cruiser flash at the scene of a crime in this undated file image. CYPRESS, Texas – Deputy constables have found the parents of a child they said was found walking in the roadway in Fairfield Friday. Deputy constables said they located the child, who is described as being a white male child between the ages of three and six, walking in the roadway at Mason Road and Maple Village Drive. Deputy Constables have located a white male child between the ages of 3 and 6 walking in the roadway at Mason Rd and Maple Village Dr in Fairfield. pic.twitter.com/k59QiV0ix1 — Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4 (@Pct4Constable) January 22, 2021Deputies were searching the area looking for the child’s residence.
Man accused of kidnapping ex-girlfriend’s 6-year-old son
SPRING, Texas – The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office said a 6-year-old boy at the center of an Amber Alert Monday has been found safe. Investigators said the suspect, who is the ex-boyfriend of the child’s mom, beat the woman up before kidnapping him. According to Houston police, the child, who has autism, was found during a traffic stop near Crosstimbers near I-45. After leading officers on a brief pursuit, police said they were able to stop the suspect. 4 said Spears was taken into custody and the boy has been reunited with his mother and grandfather.
Found safe: 4-year-old missing for over a week located
Marceliano Pinkney was last seen on Dec. 15 leaving the Greyhound bus station in Main Street and Gray Street in the downtown area. HOUSTON – Authorities issues an update Thursday that Marceliano Pinkney had been found safe. Marceliano Pinkney was last seen on Dec. 15 leaving the Greyhound bus station in Main Street and Gray Street in the downtown area. They described him as a Black or Black Hispanic with black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Houston Police Patrol at 713-884-3131 and or the Houston Police Missing Persons Division at 832-394-1840.
11-year-old girl found safe, HCSO says
HOUSTON – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said a girl who went missing while riding her bike Thursday has been found “safe and sound.”UPDATE: 11-year-old Annaya Lewis, who went missing earlier today, has been located safe and sound. Thank you for your help. #hounews https://t.co/TWvmpfPoKT pic.twitter.com/R84TmwnFAq — HCSOTexas (@HCSOTexas) November 13, 2020Annaya Lewis, 11, was last seen Thursday at 9:45 a.m. in the 1000 block of Cross Saddles Court, wearing a black sweatshirt and gray sweatpants with a green stripe, deputies said. Annaya left riding a black BMX style bike, deputies said.
3-year-old girl and mother who were possibly headed to Houston area found safe
HOUSTON – A 3-year-old girl was found safe Tuesday night after she and her mom went missing Tuesday. According to police, the girl’s mom dropped her off with a friend in Houston, who notified the Department of Family Protective Services of the girl’s whereabouts. Officials were asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 3-year-old girl and her mother who were suspected to be traveling to Dallas and Houston areas, according to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Elly’Anna Garcia and her mother, Christina Kaput, were last seen Monday in Plainview, Texas. Kaput was ordered by a Randall County judge to hand Garcia over into state custody Monday.
Amber Alert issued for 2-year-old girl from Center, Texas
An Amber Alert has been issued for a 2-year-old girl abducted from Center, Texas, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Officials are searching Zimia Ann Whitaker, who was last seen wearing a pink shirt and white shorts, officials said. The suspect involved has been identified as 27-year-old Zenas Whitaker, officials said. He was seen driving a blue 2014 Jeep Compass, officials said. Anyone with information is asked to call 936-598-2788.
HPD searching for parents of 4-year-old child found wandering alone in southeast Houston
HOUSTON A 4-year-old toddler was found early Thursday morning in southeast Houston, according to Houston Fire Department. Officials said the child was found around 4:30 a.m. wandering alone on the 6100 block of El Oro Drive. The child was safely taken to HFD Station 55, according to HFD. The child was transported by HFD to Texas Childrens Hospital for a wellness check. The parents have not been located, and no description has been provided about the parents.
Amber Alert issued for 7-month-old Port Arthur boy belived to be in grave danger
HOUSTON An Amber Alert has been issued for a 7-month-old Port Arthur boy who police believe was abducted Monday evening. Baby Jason Roberts, 7-month-old, was last seen wearing a gray onesie. Nathan Roberts was last seen wearing a black muscle shirt and black pants, officials said. Nathan Roberts was last heard from in Port Arthur, officials said. Anyone with information regarding this abduction is asked to call the Port Arthur Police Department at 409-983-8601.
Mother arrested after body of 2-year-old boy at center of Amber Alert found in dumpster, police say
HOUSTON – Police believe the body of a 2-year-old at the center of an Amber Alert has been found. According to KCEN-TV, Waco PD spokesman said search crews found the body of a small child in a dumpster early Tuesday morning. KCEN TV reports that Gonzalez’s mother, Laura Sanchez, led police to the dumpster, according to the Waco Police Department. “We did have a massive response to Cameron park because that’s where the call came in at that’s where the mother told us the child had been. What we know through the investigation at this point the child was never at Cameron park,” Bynum told KCEN TV.
AMBER ALERT: Deputies searching for a 14-month-old boy missing in Atascosa County
HOUSTON – An Amber Alert was issued for a 14-month-old boy Edgar Collins, who was last seen Saturday in Poteet. Officials released photos of the child and the suspect and a description of the vehicle of interest. The person of interest is Catherine Ocon, a 28-year-old white female with black hair and brown eyes, according to the alert. The child has black hair and brown eyes. If you have any information regarding this abduction, call the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office at 830-769-3434.
Toddler taken in stolen SUV found safe, police say
HOUSTON – A 2-year-old child was found safe after an SUV was stolen with the child inside, police said. Police said they received a call at around 9:20 a.m. Thursday about a vehicle that was stolen. According to officers, the baby’s mother went into a Walgreens located in the 13190 block of Bellaire Boulevard while the child was still in the vehicle. A DPS helicopter and HPD officers then proceeded to look for the SUV. Santos said the child was attempting to cross the street and was carrying his mother’s phone.
Texas City girl kidnapped by her mother in 2014 found in Madisonville, FBI says
MADISONVILLE, Texas – A nearly six-year search for a missing Texas City teen has come to an end after she was found in Madisonville. Heather Renee Inks, 37, was arrested for kidnapping her then daughter Penelope Inks in October 2014, according to the FBI. According to the FBI, Heather ran off with Penelope and left Texas City after Penelope’s father was granted sole custody of her. Heather, who is a former model and actress, created multiple false identities but revealed who she was after being tracked down on April 4 at a Madisonville motel. She was taken into the custody of Child Protective Services and admitted to the hospital for a physical and mental evaluation.
Police searching for missing 13-year-old girl in Houston area
HOUSTON – Police are searching for a missing 13-year-old girl in the Houston area, officials said. Houston police said they are looking for Genevera Jones after her father told officials he has not seen her in a long time. Police did not say how long Jones has been missing or where she was last seen. Anyone with information on Jones’ whereabouts is asked to call the Houston Police Department Missing Person’s Desk at 832-394-1840.
Amber Alert for 2-year-old San Angelo girl canceled
Published: February 21, 2020, 7:05 am Updated: February 21, 2020, 8:45 amSAN ANGELO, Texas – An Amber Alert that was issued Friday for a child in San Angelo was canceled after the child was located. Police said they were searching for 2-year-old Audrinna Harding. Police said they were also looking for 31-year-old Jessica Harding in connection with the girl’s disappearance. The alert was canceled about 8:30 a.m. Authorities did not disclose the circumstances surrounding Audrinna’s disappearance.
Missing girl found dead in SC; homicide investigation begins
CAYCE, S.C. – A 6-year-old South Carolina girl who disappeared Monday after getting off her school bus was found dead Thursday and a homicide investigation has begun, authorities said. A body of a man was also recently found in Faye Marie Swetlik's neighborhood, Cayce Public Safety Director Byron Snellgrove said. Snellgrove didn't give any evidence to connect the two deaths, but said there was no danger to the public. “It’s with extremely heavy hearts that we announce we have found the body," Snellgrove said at a Thursday news conference where he spoke for only about a minute and took no questions. Investigators sent more than 250 officers to talk with neighbors, used tracking dogs and helicopters to search the area and stopped motorists near the girl’s home to question them.