Missing infant in California prompts search

A mother says her infant was taken from her car outside a storefront, sparking a growing investigation

Police search for seven-month-old kidnapped outside a Yucaipa California business

Authorities say a seven-month-old boy named Emmanuel Haro was abducted Thursday evening in Yucaipa, San Bernardino County. Rebecca Haro told police she was attacked from behind while removing her child from a car seat outside a plaza around 7:47 p.m., and when she looked back the infant was gone. Investigators have collected evidence and interviewed witnesses, but released few details about the assault or the suspect.

Scent-tracking dogs were brought to the scene but did not locate Emmanuel. The sheriff's office said detectives cannot rule out foul play. The couple were briefly interviewed, and officials noted inconsistencies in Rebecca Haro’s statement. The search remains active as authorities urge the public to share tips by calling 911 or the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Dispatch. The infant is described as wearing a Nike onesie, about 21 pounds, 24 inches tall, with brown hair and brown eyes.

This case shows how quickly a routine moment can become a major investigation. Without a clear suspect or physical evidence, investigators rely on interviews, surveillance footage, and search dogs, which can yield limited results. The lack of a suspect description and the inconclusive canine results underscore the difficulty of securing actionable leads in infant abduction cases.

The mother’s account and the reported inconsistencies place a premium on careful information handling. Public tips can accelerate the investigation, but officials must balance transparency with privacy and the risk of misinformation that can harm families and mislead detectives. In the days ahead, authorities will decide how to convey new details without compromising the case or unduly alarming the community.

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