An 11-day-old infant was recovered safely approximately 200 miles from his home in Surprise, Arizona, following an abduction. The baby was taken from his residence Friday night by his father, who authorities stated has no custodial rights.
Recovery Efforts
Navajo County Sheriff’s deputies and Arizona State Troopers initiated an intensive search after an “Attempt to Locate” alert was issued. The suspect’s vehicle was spotted on Saturday morning near Winslow, Arizona. Deputies intercepted the father and child, bringing the infant to safety without any reported injuries.
The infant was transported to a medical facility as a precautionary measure and is awaiting reunification with his mother. The Navajo County Sheriff’s Office expressed gratitude for the assistance of the Arizona Department of Public Safety and confirmed the safe outcome of the incident.
Ongoing Investigation
Surprise Police Lt. Tim Klarkowski confirmed that detectives worked diligently through the night to locate the child. The investigation is ongoing, and formal charges against the father are still being finalized. Authorities are crediting the successful recovery to diligent investigation and inter-agency communication.
