Two children abducted from north Columbus Burger King found safe in south Georgia
Two children abducted from a north Columbus Burger King have been found safe.
Detectives from the Columbus Police Department’s Adult and Youth Services Unit responded to a report of the abduction of an 11-year-old, identified as Kylie Horne, and 4-year-old, Kylann Harper, from 7310 Veterans Parkway (Burger King) by an unknown person on Sunday, October 15, 2023 around 12:45 p.m.
”Detectives quickly initiated their investigation and gathered information, including a detailed vehicle description. As a result, an Amber Alert was issued to help locate the missing children,” police said.
As of Monday, October 16, 2023 at approximately 11:30 a.m., both children have been located in the area of South Georgia and are safe.
The investigation is ongoing, and charges could be forthcoming for those involved in the abduction. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact Sgt. L. Zieverink at 706-225-4384 or [email protected]. Information will be kept confidential.
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