> At a Glance
> – A 2-year-old boy and his dog were left in a car after an attempted robbery in Highland Park.
> – Police have not yet identified the child and no family member has contacted authorities.
> – The toddler was wearing a light gray quarter-zip sweater and has a medium complexion with curly brown hair.
> – Why it matters: Anyone who recognizes the child can help bring him home and ensure his safety.
Police in Los Angeles are seeking help from the public to identify a toddler who was abandoned in a vehicle during an attempted grand theft in the Highland Park neighborhood. The child, who has been taken into custody by the Department of Children and Family Services, remains unlocated.
Incident Details
The toddler and a dog were found by the victim of the attempted grand theft on Sunday morning. Officers were dispatched to the 300 block of North Avenue 52 after a man tried to steal the victim’s vehicle and fled. According to the caller, both the child and dog were left behind in their vehicle.
Police stated:
> “Efforts to identify the child through all available means have been unsuccessful, and no custodial parent or family member has contacted the police to locate the child. The child is male, with a medium complexion and curly brown hair, and was wearing a light gray quarter-zip sweater.”
- Child: male, medium complexion, curly brown hair, wearing a light gray quarter-zip sweater
- No family contact: no custodial parent or family member has reached out
- Dog: now under care of Los Angeles County Animal Services
How to Help
Police urge anyone who recognizes the child to contact LAPD’s Northeast Division, the DCFS hotline, or Crime Stoppers for anonymous tips.
| Contact | Phone |
|---|---|
| LAPD Northeast Division | 323-561-3211 |
| DCFS Hotline | 1-800-540-4000 |
| Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips) | 1-800-222-TIPS |
The Department of Children and Family Services currently holds the child while authorities search for his family.
Key Takeaways
- A 2-year-old boy and his dog were abandoned in a car during an attempted robbery in Highland Park.
- Police have not identified the child and no family member has contacted authorities.
- Anyone who recognizes the child should call LAPD’s Northeast Division, DCFS, or Crime Stoppers.
The community’s prompt action could help reunite the toddler with his family and ensure his safety.
