Posts Tagged ‘california’

MISSING CHILD WITH CEREBRAL PALSY: Hassani Campbell

Monday, December 12th, 2011

 

Hassani Campbell (missing)

Hassani Campbell (missing)

Hassani Campbell is a 5-year-old boy who has cerebral palsy – he wears braces on his ankles and a big smile on his face. Police say Hassani went missing from Oakland, California on August 10, 2009 outside a shoe store parking lot. Sadly, he has not been seen since.

Police arrested his foster parents early on in the investigation, but then released them due to lack of evidence. Investigators are calling this case a homicide investigation.

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children said Hassani was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt and gray pants.
If you have any information on where Hassani could be, please call the Okland Police or Crime Stoppers: (510) 777-8572
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ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF’S: California English Professor Missing

Thursday, October 27th, 2011
Amy Ahearn (police released photo)

Amy Ahearn (police released photo)

Investigators say Amy Ahearn, 40, an English professor in California went missing in August.  Orange County sheriff’s detectives say Amy did not show up to teach her semester on Aug. 22 at Saddleback College.  She is recently divorced and has no family in California.

In a recent LA Times article, her family says Ahearn may suffer from Huntington’s disease, a degenerative brain condition.  Investigators say Amy was last seen alive in September, she rented a sports utility vehicle and used her debit card.  That vehicle was found on Sept. 24. 

It is possible Amy could be using a different last name, Amy Juntilla.  She is described as a white female, 5 feet 6 inches tall, brown hair and brown eyes.  She weighs about 140 pounds and it is possible she may have lost weight.  If you have any information please call Orange County sheriff’s investigators at (714) 647-7055 or (714) 628-7170.

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ENDANGERED MISSING: Hassani Campbell

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

Hassani Campbell (missing)

Hassani Campbell (missing)

Hassani Campbell is a 5-year-old boy who has cerebral palsy – he wears braces on his ankles and a big smile on his face. Police say Hassani went missing from Oakland, California on August 10, 2009 outside a shoe store parking lot. Sadly, he has not been seen since.

Police arrested his foster parents early on in the investigation, but then released them due to lack of evidence. Investigators are calling this case a homicide investigation.

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children said Hassani was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt and gray pants.
If you have any information on where Hassani could be, please call the Okland Police or Crime Stoppers: (510) 777-8572
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CALIFORNIA VICTIM COMPENSATION PROGRAM: “Helping Victims Everyday”

Thursday, September 15th, 2011

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Nursing Student Michelle Le Still Missing, Family Launches Website

Thursday, July 28th, 2011

michelle le

For more than two months, Michael Le has been lost without his sister, “For everyday she is gone, I realize how much I depend on her.” Michael says his family is not giving up hope to find their missing loved one, Michelle Le. Investigators say Michelle vanished on May 27 from the Kaiser Hayward Medical Center in California. She walked outside to her car, and never came back. Based on evidence found, police fear she is a victim of homicide.

Michael says their mother was a nurse practitioner who passed away in 1999, “We both wanted to make our mom proud, our mom was such a strong woman. She (Michelle) finally got accepted into nursing school in September.” She was living with a roommate as she completed her hours for the accelerated nursing program. Michael says his sister was not seriously dating anyone and as far as he knew, she did not have any enemies. At this point, no one has been named a suspect and police continue to interview friends who may have possible leads. Many searches have taken place, some organized by her family

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MEMORIAL WEEKEND MYSTERY: Nursing Student, Michelle Hoang Thi Le Missing

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
Michelle Hoang Thi Le (missing)

Michelle Hoang Thi Le (missing)

michelleMichelle Hoang Thi Le’s family and friends began the Memorial Day weekend searching for their loved one.  Investigators say Michelle was last seen at Kaiser Permanente Hayward Medical Center on Friday, May 27 during her break.  She left during rounds to step outside, and never made it back.  Authorities say her car was found locked a few blocks away from where she went missing and her cell phone and keys are gone. 

Co-workers say Michelle’s plan was to drive out to Reno around 7 p.m. for the holiday weekend and visit with friends.  She’s a very driven student, about half-way through a rigorous 12-month accelerated nursing program through the University of Oakland.  Michelle’s family announced a $20,000 reward Monday for her safe return.    

If you have any information about this case, please contact the Hayward Police Department: (510) 293-7000

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FBI JOINS HUNT TO FIND RIVERSIDE KIDNAPPING SUSPECT

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

riversideThe FBI is joining the hunt to find a suspect who authorities say abducted a child out of her bed over the weekend as she was sleeping .  The 9-year-old victim was home with her older brother and younger sister as their mom — a single parent — was at work.  Upon review of security video, investigators believe she was kidnapped between 11 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m. Saturday.  A blue or black pick up was seen in the area at the time of the abduction.  The victim was dumped a few miles away.

The nature of the victims injuries have not been disclosed, and she is still in the hospital.

If you have any information, please contact: (951) 353-7124      

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TATTOOED CONFESSION LEADS TO MURDER CONVICTION

Saturday, April 23rd, 2011
Anthony Garcia (mugshot)

Anthony Garcia (mugshot)

A tattoo displaying a detailed murder scene led one L.A. County Sheriff detective to the jail cell of the suspect.  It is common practice for Investigator Kevin Lloyd to review photos of tattooed gang members and when Anthony Garcia’s chest came across his desk, the scene caught the veteran detectives eye.  

Investigator Lloyd made the discovery in 2008 after Garcia’s photo was snapped for a minor traffic violation.  Lloyd is familiar with the scene on his skin because it was one of his patrol areas and the cold case was always lingering on his mind.  John Jaurez, 23, was gunned down in 2004 and the entire crime scene is mapped out on Garcia’s chest – even down to the Christmas lights hanging outside.  

With all the stars aligning and stellar detective work, justice is brought to the table for another innocent victim.

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POLICE: DNA Links Clown To Rape Nine Years Ago, Could Be More Victims

Monday, March 28th, 2011
Jose Guadalupe Jimenez (police issued photos)

Jose Guadalupe Jimenez (Fullerton police issued photos)

It’s been nine years since a 12-year-old girl was raped in California, and finally police believe they have her alleged clown attacker behind bars.  Investigators say Jose Guadalupe Jimenez, 41, is the person responsible for her rape and authorities believe there could be more victims.  A DNA match linked Jimenez to the assault.   

Jimenez was a professional clown and police are releasing his photo with and without make-up in hopes that other potential victims will recognize him and come forward.  He’s been around hundreds of kids over the years using the clown suit to conceal his identity.  The rape Jimenez was arrested for over the weekend occured on Jan. 19, 2002 when police say he snatched the victim from a fast food restaurant, drove her to a nearby school, raped her in the parking lot, then drove her to a motel and raped her again.  Jimenez was allegedly in full clown make-up at the time of the crime and the victim was able to escape when he went to talk to the motel clerk.

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FBI: International Hunt To Find Adam Yahiye Gadhn

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

Adam Yahiye Gadahn WANTED
Adam Yahiye Gadahn WANTED

ADAM YAHIYE GADHN

The FBI needs your help tracking down Adam Yahiye Gadahn who investigators believe may have major ties to Al Qaeda. Gadahn was indicted in the Central District of California for material support to Al Qaeda and treason. The FBI said, “The charges are related to Gadahn’s alleged involvement in a number of terrorists activities, including providing aid and comfort to Al Qaeda and services for Al Qaeda.”

Authorites say Gadahn is known to have scars on his chest and right forearm; he speaks Arabic and English, and is known to use a string of aliases:

Abu Suhayb Al-Amriki, Abu Suhail Al-Amriki, Abu Suhayb, Yihya Majadin Adams, Adam Pearlman, Yayah, Azzam the American, Azzam Al-Amriki

The Rewards for Justice program is offering a $1 million for information leading investigators to Gadahn. Please contact the FBI if you have any information.

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