Tyler Police Find Two Missing Boys Safe After AMBER Alert

Dec 13, 2024 at 2:37 PM
Tyler, Texas witnessed a significant turn of events as two boys at the heart of a Friday morning AMBER Alert were safely found. According to the Tyler Police Department, around 7:10 a.m. on that fateful Friday, officers rushed to a critical missing call at the Evergreen Apartments on South Park Dr. The caller informed them that her two children had been at this location around 10 p.m. the previous Thursday. These children were last seen strolling on Sybil Ln. at around 1 a.m. and were then picked up by an unidentified person in a dark-colored Mazda hatchback with an unknown license plate. However, by 1:15 p.m. on the same Friday, the boys were located in the 800 block of E. Grande Blvd. near the Hamilton Ridge Condominiums, thanks to a tip received from a concerned caller. The children will now be taken to the Children’s Advocacy Center for interviews before being sent to the hospital for a thorough check-up. The police express their deep gratitude to the public for sharing the initial bulletin and emphasize that the case is still actively under investigation. This is a story that is constantly evolving, and CBS19 will keep this article updated as more details emerge.

Tyler Police's Gratitude and AMBER Alert Update

Initial Missing Call and Apartment Location

The Tyler Police Department received a critical missing call at around 7:10 a.m. on Friday from a caller stating that her two children were at the Evergreen Apartments on South Park Dr. since 10 p.m. the previous night. This set off a series of events as the police began their search for the missing boys.

The details of the apartment and its location became crucial in the investigation. The Evergreen Apartments at 4123 S. Park Dr. served as the starting point for the search, and every piece of information related to it was carefully examined.

Last Seen and Vehicle Details

The boys were last seen walking on Sybil Ln. at around 1 a.m., adding another layer of mystery to the case. The fact that they were picked up by an unknown person in a dark-colored Mazda hatchback with an unknown license plate made the search even more challenging.

The description of the vehicle became a key piece of evidence. The police had to rely on any potential sightings or information related to this dark-colored Mazda hatchback to track down the abductors and ensure the safety of the boys.

Discovery and Aftermath

After a long search, the boys were finally located around 1:15 p.m. on Friday in the 800 block of E. Grande Blvd. near the Hamilton Ridge Condominiums. This was a moment of relief for the police and the community.

Once located, the children were taken to the Children’s Advocacy Center for interviews. This step was crucial to gather more information and ensure the well-being of the boys. After the interviews, they will be taken to the hospital for a comprehensive check-up to ensure their physical and mental health.

The police remain committed to the investigation and continue to express their gratitude to the public for their support in sharing the initial bulletin. As more information becomes available, CBS19 will keep the public updated on the progress of the case.