Desert Hot Springs child rescued after Amber Alert issued
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Cali (KESQ) - Update: An 8-year-old girl abducted by her father was safely recovered early Friday morning following a vehicle pursuit that ended in Palm Desert, authorities said.
Oscar Landeros, 33, took his daughter during a limited court-ordered visit Thursday evening and made threats to harm himself and the child, according to Desert Hot Springs police. An AMBER alert was issued for Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
Landeros's vehicle was spotted on Interstate 10 near Beaumont around 1:30 a.m. Friday. He refused to stop, leading officers on a chase that concluded at I-10 and Monterey Avenue. The child was unharmed and returned to her mother, police said.
Landeros was arrested and could be facing charges including child abduction and child endangerment.
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CHP has issued an Amber Alert Thursday night for Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for a girl last seen on Estrella Avenue and Mesquite Avenue in Desert Hot Springs.
The victim's description:
- Name: Nova Landeros
- Age: 8 years old
- Height: 4'5"
- Weight: 60 pounds
- Hair: Brown
- Eyes: Brown
- Clothing: Black shirt, black sweater, brown pants and white shoes
The suspect's description:
- Name: Oscar Landeros
- Age: 33 years old
- Height: 5'11"
- Weight: 200 pounds
- Hair: Black
- Eyes: Brown
- Clothing: Unknown
The suspect is believed to be driving a gray 2009 Toyota Tacoma truck. license plate number 8M35383
Police say if seen, call 911.
