Missing baby case in Yucaipa

Investigators say foul play cannot be ruled out as inconsistencies appear in the mother's account amid the search for Emmanuel Haro.

Inconsistencies surround Yucaipa baby disappearance

San Bernardino County sheriff officials said on Saturday they cannot rule out foul play in the disappearance of seven month old Emmanuel Haro in Yucaipa. Investigators have interviewed the baby's mother, Rebecca, and father, Jake, and Rebecca was confronted with inconsistencies in her initial statements about the alleged kidnapping. She ended the interviews at that time, and authorities did not name any suspects.

Emmanuel was last seen Thursday around 7:47 p.m. outside a retail store while Rebecca says she was changing him in her vehicle. He is described as 21 pounds, 24 inches tall, with brown hair and brown eyes, and he wears a black Nike onesie. The investigation remains ongoing as officers collect evidence and compare statements and accounts from the family.

The case tests how a community responds to a missing child when a parent is central to the story. Officials say information will be shared responsibly to avoid harming the investigation while keeping the public informed. Inconsistencies in a family account can complicate the narrative, but they are also a real part of the process in serious cases.

As online chatter grows, authorities face a delicate task: preserve evidence, respect families, and stay transparent about verified details. The next steps will matter as much as any clue — interviews, surveillance review, and digital data will shape the direction of the probe and the public’s understanding of what happened.

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As the search for Emmanuel unfolds, the community awaits clear answers.